Cerebrovascular and Ocular Diseases: Collaboration Between a Neurologist and an Ophthalmologist

Announcement:

As part of the "Neurology Plus..." program, a dialogue between experts in two fields—neurology and ophthalmology—was held by Professors Anatoly Ivanovich Fedin and Natalia Ivanovna Kurysheva . This presentation focused on the relationship between brain and eye pathologies.

• Why is the eye not only an organ of vision, but also a “window to the brain”?
• How can cerebrovascular damage manifest itself in visual impairment, orientation problems, and risk of falls?
• Why is normal tension glaucoma not only an ophthalmological but also a neurological problem?
• Flammer syndrome: how does impaired microcirculation in the eye reflect systemic vascular disorders?
• OCT angiography is a breakthrough in visualizing the microcirculation of the retina and choroid;
• Nitric oxide and endothelin-1 are key regulators of vascular tone that are impaired in glaucoma.

The video explains the anatomical and physiological connections in detail:

• Common blood supply: internal carotid artery → ophthalmic artery → retina and optic nerve;
• Collateral circulation: orbital anastomosis, The circle of Willis (COW);
• Venous outflow: central retinal vein → cavernous sinus → venous system of the brain.

Common pathogenetic mechanisms: oxidative stress, impaired blood flow autoregulation, ischemia and neurodegeneration.

Key takeaway: An interdisciplinary approach is key to early diagnosis and prevention of disability!

Watch the report to:

• Find out how the eye reflects the state of the brain's blood vessels;
• Learn to recognize “red flags” during inspection;
• Understand why collaboration between a neurologist and an ophthalmologist is not an option, but a necessity.

A must-see for neurologists, ophthalmologists, internists and general practitioners.