Retinal Arterial Macroaneurysm: A Brief Review

Abstract

Retinal arterial macroaneurysms (RAMs) are acquired, focal dilatations of retinal arterioles. They result from progressive thinning and a decrease in elasticity of the retinal arteriole wall due to cardiovascular disease and can be either fusiform or saccular in shape. Retinal arterial macroaneurysms are most commonly seen in elderly females. Although most RAMs spontaneously involute, they can lead to vision-threatening complications such as vitreous hemorrhage and macular edema. This paper reviews the etiology, characteristics and management of RAMs. CE Notification: This article is available as a COPE accredited CE course. You may take this course for 1-hour credit. Read the article and take the qualifying test to earn your credit. Click here to Enroll (https://www.crojournal.com/retinal-arterial-macroaneurysm-a-brief-review) Please check COPE course expiry date prior to enrollment. The COPE course test must be taken before the course expiry date.