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Section 11. Cardiovascular Disorders
Chapter 85. Hypertension

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Moderate Hypertensive Retinopathy (vascular changes)

Moderate Hypertensive Retinopathy (vascular changes)

Moderate hypertensive retinopathy is characterized by thinned straight arteries, increased venous caliber, intraretinal hemorrhages, and hard exudates.

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