The various types of MRI scans that are used â most commonly the T1-weighted scan and the T2-weighted scan â measure this relaxation time in different ways. Computer programs translate these data into cross-sectional pictures of the water in human tissue.
What is Hypertensive Retinopathy? Hypertensive retinopathy is damage to the retina from high blood pressure. The high blood pressure changes the microvasculature of the layer of tissue at the back part of the eye. Severe damage to the eye is likely if the person has been living with high blood pressure for a long period of time. Common symptoms.
Diabetic retinopathy is best diagnosed with a dilated eye exam. For this exam, drops placed in your eyes widen (dilate) your pupils to allow your doctor to better view inside your eyes. The drops may cause your close vision to blur until they wear off, several hours later.