Ischemic optic neuropathy is infarction of the optic disc. It can be nonarteritic or arteritic. Both types cause painless acute vision loss. Diagnosis is based on findings from funduscopy and some blood testing. Refresh your knowledge: msdmnls.co/49f8hcJ
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