Open AccessConsumption of cannabis and cocaine: correct mix for arterial occlusions
Author(s) -
Priyanka Sharma,
S Ramirez-Florez
Publication year - 2009
Publication title -
bmj case reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.231
H-Index - 26
ISSN - 1757-790X
DOI - 10.1136/bcr.09.2008.0956
Subject(s) - medicine , central retinal artery occlusion , cannabis , occlusion , retinal , cocaine abuse , ophthalmology , cardiology , psychiatry
We present a case of a young Afro-Caribbean man who presented with sudden unilateral loss of vision due to central retinal artery occlusion. He was a cocaine and cannabis abuser for 6 years. Acute central retinal artery occlusion at such a young age is unusual. We discuss the possible pathogenesis and treatment options for acute retinal artery occlusion, due to suspected cocaine and cannabis abuse, and present our experience of its management.