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NB The photograph shows a branch occlusion. The appearances are limited to one area and there is a corresponding field defect.

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9. Retinal vein occlusion On examination, the retinal veins are tortuous and dilated. There are flame haemorrhages, cotton wool spots and swelling of the optic disc (papilloedema). The diagnosis is central retinal vein occlusion.