AANA journal
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Visual loss is a traumatic occurrence that has been reported after prone spine surgical procedures performed under general anesthesia. The most common cause of postoperative visual loss is ischemic optic neuropathy. Although the incidence of postoperative visual loss is rare, this devastating injury has been reported more frequently. ⋯ Ischemic optic neuropathy usually presents with painless visual loss and visual field deficits during the immediate postoperative period. There is no definitive treatment. Prevention is the key.