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Retinal vessel occlusion

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Retinal vessel occlusion

Alternative Names:

Retinal vein occlusion; Retinal artery occlusion
Prevention:

The prevention measures useful in other vascular (blood vessel) diseases, such as coronary artery disease, may decrease the risk of retinal artery occlusion. These include exercise and a low-fat diet. Aspirin is commonly used to prevent additional attacks of vessel blockage once one has occurred.

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