[Clinical picture of an embolism of the central retinal artery caused by cholesterol crystals].

On the basis of six relevant personal observations the ophthalmoscopic signs of an embolism in the retinal vessels caused by cholesterol crystals are described. In the fundus characteristic red and yellow iridescent light reflexes from the crystals and muff formation around the afflicted vessels can be observed. Fluorescence angiography illustrates the grade of impediment to the blood-circulation. Embolism caused by cholesterol crystals in the retina is a bad prognostic sign with respect to the patient's life.