Effect of EECP on Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy

Summary

Enhanced External Counterpulsation(EECP) therapy may promote the recovery of visual function by improving the blood perfusion of eyes. The present study aims to investigate the effect of EECP on Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy.

Timeline

Start

2012-12

Primary completion

2017-12

Completion

2018-03

Publications

• Background Werner D, Michalk F, Harazny J, Hugo C, Daniel WG, Michelson G. Accelerated reperfusion of poorly perfused retinal areas in central retinal artery occlusion and branch retinal artery occlusion after a short treatment with enhanced external counterpulsation. Retina. 2004 Aug;24(4):541-7. doi: 10.1097/00006982-200408000-00006.

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