Radial Optic Neurotomy in Central Retinal Vein Occlusion: Comparison of Outcome in Younger vs Older Patients

Underlying systemic disease does not seem to be an important factor in the pathogenesis of CRVO in younger patients, and thrombophilia was present in only 11% of patients in this age group. RON yielded better functional results in younger patients, although functional improvement remained limited in those with low baseline VA.