Risk Factors Associated with Developing Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion Among Enrollees in a United States Managed Care Plan

Both HTN and end-organ damage from DM contribute to arteriosclerosis, atherosclerosis, and endothelial dysfunction, which seem to be major risk factors for BRVO. Ophthalmologists should emphasize to patients and their primary physicians the importance of effectively managing systemic medical conditions associated with BRVO.