| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4005917 | American Journal of Ophthalmology | 2007 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Impending pontine ischemia is an important differential diagnosis in patients with acute ocular pain. Prompt neurovascular evaluation and treatment may avoid devastating brainstem infarcts that cause death or long-term disability, particularly in patients with basilar artery occlusive disease.
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Authors
Adriana B. Conforto, Maria da Graça M. Martin, Jovana G.M. CirÃaco, Claudia C. Leite, Cynthia R. Campos, Fabio I. Yamamoto, Paulo Jr, Gabriel Gattás, Milberto Scaff,