RESTORATION OF RETINAL BLOOD FLOW VIA TRANSLUMENAL Nd:YAG EMBOLYSIS/EMBOLECTOMY (TYL/E) FOR CENTRAL AND BRANCH RETINAL ARTERY OCCLUSION

Abstract

Photodisruption of an embolus within an occluded CRA or BRA can be achieved via TYL/E. Rapid reperfusion of the retina is associated with anatomic and visual acuity improvement. Translumenal Nd:YAG embolysis or embolectomy of a visible embolus in patients with CRAO or BRAO can be achieved resulting in restoration of retinal blood flow and improved visual function.