[Central retinal artery occlusion related to ingestion of tranexamic acid]

J Fr Ophtalmol. 1996;19(12):785-6.
[Article in French]

Abstract

A case of central retinal artery obstruction occurred in a 75-year-old patient after five days of tranexamic acid therapy. The mechanism of this obstruction was discussed in light of data found in the literature.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Antifibrinolytic Agents / adverse effects*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Metrorrhagia / drug therapy
  • Retinal Artery Occlusion / chemically induced*
  • Tranexamic Acid / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Antifibrinolytic Agents
  • Tranexamic Acid