What Researchers Did
Researchers reported on a single patient who suddenly lost vision in one eye after undergoing a long spinal fusion surgery.
What They Found
The patient was diagnosed with central retinal artery occlusion and received a combination of treatments, including immediate administration of urokinase and PGE1, a stellate ganglion block, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. The patient was discharged from the hospital 54 days after surgery with vision good enough to drive a car.
Canadian Relevance
No direct Canadian connection identified.
Study Limitations
As a single case report, this study's findings cannot be broadly applied to other patients or situations.