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[Bilateral posterior persistent hyperplastic primary vitreous].

B Hohberger¹, H L J Knorr², C Y Mardin²

¹Augenklinik, Universitätsklinikum Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Schwabachanlage 6, 91054, Erlangen, Deutschland. bettina.hohberger@uk-erlangen.de.

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Persistent hyperplastic primary vitreous (PHPV) is a rare congenital malformation. This report details the first German case of bilateral posterior PHPV in a 4-month-old infant.

Keywords:

Bilateral Canal of Cloquet Leukocoria PHPV Vitreous

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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Pediatric Ophthalmology
Congenital Malformations

Background:

Persistent hyperplastic primary vitreous (PHPV) is a rare congenital eye malformation.
It results from the failure of regression of the primary vitreous during fetal development.
PHPV can lead to significant visual impairment if not managed promptly.

Observation:

This report presents a rare case of bilateral posterior PHPV.
The affected individual is a 4-month-old infant.
This is the first documented case of this condition in the German literature.

Findings:

The infant presented with bilateral posterior PHPV, a specific subtype of the malformation.
Diagnostic evaluation confirmed the presence of PHPV in both eyes.
The case highlights the importance of recognizing this rare condition in infants.

Implications:

Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for managing PHPV.
This case contributes to the understanding of PHPV prevalence and presentation.
Further research into the genetic and environmental factors of PHPV is warranted.