Acorea, microphthalmia and cataract syndrome
| Acorea, microphthalmia and cataract syndrome | |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Ophthalmology |
| Symptoms | Acorea (absence of pupillary aperture)
Fibrous occlusion of pupil Microphthalmia Cataracts |
Acorea, microphthalmia and cataract syndrome is a rare genetically inherited condition.[1]
Presentation
Acorea or fibrous occlusion of the pupil, microphthalmia and cataracts are present in both eyes. Microcornea and iridocorneal dysgenesis also occur. The retina and optic disc are normal.
Genetics
The cause of this condition is not presently known. It appears to be inherited in an autosomal dominant fashion.
Diagnosis
Treatment
References
- ^ Kondo H, Tahira T, Yamamoto K, Tawara A (2013) Familial acorea, microphthalmia and cataract syndrome. Br J Ophthalmol