Retinal artery occlusion occurs when the retinal artery (or one of its branches) becomes blocked. This results in the blood and nutrient supply to the nerve layer of the retina being cut off. This leads to permanent damage and is a common cause of sudden loss of vision in one eye.
Quench is defined as to satisfy or to extinguish. An example of to quench is to have a cold drink when thirsty. An example of to quench is to put out a fire.
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