Retinal hemorrhages in hypertensive retinopathy – MCQ – Answer

Retinal hemorrhages in hypertensive retinopathy – MCQ – Answer

Retinal hemorrhages are seen in – grade of hypertensive retinopathy – Correct answer: c) Grade 3

Grade 1 shows ‘silver wiring’ due to increased reflectivity and ‘copper wiring’ appearance. There is arteriolar thickening. Grade 2 shows ‘arteriovenous nipping’ due to constriction of veins at the crossings with arteries. Grade 3 may also have ‘cotton wool’ exudates. Grade 4 is with papilledema.

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