How common is retinal vein occlusion?

Retinal vein occlusion is the second most common disorder affecting your retina (diabetes-related retinopathy is the most common).

Researchers estimate that globally:

• Retinal vein occlusion affects over 16 million people.
• Central retinal vein occlusion affects between 1 and 4 in 1,000 people.
• Branch retinal vein occlusion affects between 6 and 12 in 1,000 people.