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Marfan's syndrome: a refractive challenge for optometrists.
Raman Prasad Sah1, Nabin Paudel, Jyoti Baba Shrestha
1Department of Ophthalmology, B. P. Koirala Lions Centre for Ophthalmic Studies, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Clinical & Experimental Optometry
|March 5, 2013
Summary
This case study tracks a child with Marfan syndrome and ectopia lentis over five years, detailing visual changes. Early detection and management are crucial for preserving vision in affected children.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Genetics
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Marfan syndrome is a genetic disorder affecting connective tissue.
- Ectopia lentis, or lens dislocation, is a common ocular manifestation in Marfan syndrome.
- Longitudinal studies are vital for understanding disease progression in pediatric patients.
Observation:
- A pediatric case of Marfan syndrome with ectopia lentis was monitored for five years.
- Ocular examinations documented changes in refractive status and visual acuity.
- The study highlights the dynamic nature of visual impairment in this condition.
Findings:
- Progressive refractive errors were observed over the five-year follow-up period.
- Visual acuity changes correlated with the progression of ectopia lentis and refractive anomalies.
- This case underscores the variability in ocular manifestations within Marfan syndrome.
Implications:
- Regular, comprehensive oculo-visual examinations are essential for early diagnosis and intervention.
- Timely management strategies can help mitigate vision loss in children with Marfan syndrome.
- This case contributes to the understanding of long-term visual outcomes in pediatric Marfan syndrome.
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