Question

A 69-year-old woman presents with acute onset of painless loss of vision in the right eye described as a "curtain" descending over her visual field. Fundoscopy suggests a retinal detachment. What is the most appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Urgent same-day ophthalmology referral for possible surgical repair

Answer

Reassure and review in 1 week

Answer

Start high-dose oral steroids and arrange routine ophthalmology review

Answer

Start aspirin 100 mg daily for retinal artery occlusion

Answer

Arrange CT brain to exclude stroke and delay eye review

Practice question

A 69-year-old woman presents with acute onset of painless loss of vision in the right eye described as a "curtain" descending over her visual field. Fundoscopy suggests a retinal detachment. What is the most appropriate management?