Central Retinal Vein Occlusion

Central retinal vein occlusion is a closure of the final retinal vein (located at the optic nerve), which collects all of the blood after it passes through the capillaries. Most occlusions occur after age 50, although younger patients are sometimes seen with this disorder (in this age group it is often called (papillophlebitis). The highest rate of occurrence is in individuals in their 60’s and 70’s. These disorders are similar to those for vascular occlusive disease elsewhere in the body such as stroke and coronary artery disease. Specifically, aging, high blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking are all risk factors.

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Wagner Kapoor Institute

Ophthalmologists & Eye Surgeons located in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia & North Carolina

Welcome to Wagner Kapoor Institute, specializing in diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, eye tumors, and the diagnosis and management of complex medical and surgical eye disease. We are the preferred referral for National Retina Centers of Excellence and the preeminent provider of adult and pediatric macula and retina treatments located in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia & North Carolina. Our state-of-the-art facilities offer the latest technology and treatments to save your eyesight.

Diabetic Retinopathy
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Retinal Occlusions
Retinal Vascular Disease
Ocular trauma & retinal detachment
Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy
Retinal Tears and Holes
Macular Pucker
Retinopathy of prematurity and other pediatric diseases of the eye
Cancers of the eye
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Dedicated to saving sight and enhancing lives, we offer our patients nine convenient locations, reduced wait times, and the comfort of the highest level of personal care and expertise. At Wagner Kapoor Institute, we value our patients’ trust and confidence and understand the challenge posed by diminishing eyesight. Our team provides patients and family members with the caring touch and reassurance they need and deserve.

Dr. Alan Wagner is a board certified, fellowship trained ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal surgery. He is Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at EVMS and the Medical College of Virginia and serves as a research consultant at the Strelitz Diabetes Institute. A highly trained macular and retinal surgeon, Dr. Wagner is on the medical staff at most area hospitals, including pediatric units and children’s hospitals.

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