Amaurosis fugax
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Amaurosis fugax (Greek: ἀμαύρωσις, amaurosis meaning 'darkening', 'dark', or 'obscure', Latin: fugax meaning 'fleeting') is a painless temporary loss of vision in one or both eyes.[3]
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Amaurosis fugax | |
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The arteries of the choroid and iris. The greater part of the sclera has been removed. | |
Specialty | Neurology, ophthalmology |
Symptoms | Temporary fleeting of vision in one or both eyes |
Complications | Stroke[1][2] |
Duration | Seconds to hours |
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