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Retinal vein ______ Management:
Retinal vein ______ Management:
occlusion
Referral to ______ via GP to be seen within 7 days
Referral to ______ via GP to be seen within 7 days
HES
Referral to ______ to rule out underlying critical systemic disease
Referral to ______ to rule out underlying critical systemic disease
casualty
Should indicate to GP that px needs full ______ work up
Should indicate to GP that px needs full ______ work up
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Written information (retention of info might be an issue as ______)
Written information (retention of info might be an issue as ______)
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What is the primary concern when managing retinal vein occlusion with regards to the patient's systemic health?
What is the primary concern when managing retinal vein occlusion with regards to the patient's systemic health?
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What is the recommended timeframe for a patient with retinal vein occlusion to be seen by a specialist after referral by their GP?
What is the recommended timeframe for a patient with retinal vein occlusion to be seen by a specialist after referral by their GP?
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Why is it important to provide written information to patients with retinal vein occlusion, especially for older patients?
Why is it important to provide written information to patients with retinal vein occlusion, especially for older patients?
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What type of warning should be given to patients with retinal vein occlusion, and why is it necessary?
What type of warning should be given to patients with retinal vein occlusion, and why is it necessary?
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What is the primary goal of managing underlying conditions in patients with retinal vein occlusion?
What is the primary goal of managing underlying conditions in patients with retinal vein occlusion?
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Study Notes
Management of Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Referral to Hospital Eye Service (HES) via General Practitioner (GP) should be done within 7 days
- Urgent referral to casualty is necessary to rule out underlying critical systemic disease
- GP should be informed that patient needs a full blood work up
- RD (Retinal Detachment) warning should be given
- Underlying conditions should be managed in an appropriate manner
- Written information should be provided to the patient, keeping in mind that retention of information might be an issue due to age (85%)
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Description
This quiz covers the management of retinal vein occlusion, including referral procedures, diagnosis, and treatment of underlying conditions. It also discusses the importance of written information and patient retention. Test your knowledge on this critical topic in ophthalmology.
