Vaccine-related retinal artery occlusion in adults: a review of the current literature.

J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis

Department of Ophthalmology, Tung Wah Eastern Hospital, Hong Kong. Electronic address:

Published: November 2023

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  • The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has impacted not only the respiratory system but also various eye-related conditions, demonstrating a range of ocular symptoms.
  • Important eye manifestations of COVID-19 include conjunctivitis, scleritis, uveitis, and retinopathy, making it crucial for eye care practitioners to monitor these signs as potential early indicators of the disease.
  • The review also discusses how the virus interacts with ocular tissues and examines vaccine-related ocular side effects, highlighting the necessity for continued research on vaccine safety and effective eye examinations for COVID-19 patients.
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