Surgical decompression of CRVO via RON is a technically feasible and initially safe procedure that is associated with rapid reperfusion of the retina. Resolution of the intraretinal hemorrhage, edema, and ischemia may improve the visual prognosis in patients with this common retinal disorder.

Photodisruption of an embolus within an occluded CRA or BRA can be achieved via TYL/E. Rapid reperfusion of the retina is associated with anatomic and visual acuity improvement. Translumenal Nd:YAG embolysis or embolectomy of a visible embolus in patients with CRAO or BRAO can be achieved resulting in restoration of retinal blood flow and improved visual function.

Surgical decompression of CRVO via RON/IOK is a technically feasible procedure. Clinical resolution of the CRVO and improved visual function noted in RON/IOK paralleled outcomes following RON alone. RON/IOK was associated with a higher incidence of elevated IOP and endophthalmitis.

Surgical decompression of CRVO via RON is a technically feasible and safe procedure that was associated with anatomical resolution of CRVO in 95% patients and improved visual function in 71%.