A Practice Survey on the Management of Central Retinal Artery Occlusion and Amaurosis Fugax among Stroke Physicians in Japan

Key Points

• A significant 60% of physicians recommended hospitalization for patients despite no significant findings from tests.
• Among 82 respondents, 74% initiated antiplatelet therapy for transient vision loss, indicating a proactive approach in treatment.
• The survey employed a web questionnaire sent to members of the Japan Society of Vascular and Interventional Neurology.
• The findings emphasize the need for better collaboration between stroke physicians and ophthalmologists in managing retinal conditions.