[7] Because optic disc edema in malignant hypertension is, generally, a sign of ischemia, rapid reduction of high blood pressure should be avoided to prevent optic atrophy and permanent vision loss.

Increased intraocular pressure (lOP) is recognised as the principal risk factor for the development of glaucomatous cupping of the optic disc. The hypothesis that it disrupts the function of ...

Perspective from Bridget Boamah Appiah, OD, FAAO OCT angiography alone demonstrated superior sensitivity in detecting glaucomatous changes in the optic ... disc areas. The study also relied on ...

Following the onset of nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy, regular stroke workup may be necessary.