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  • Cone-rod dystrophies and macular dystrophies are inherited retinal diseases.
  • The CRX (Cone-Rod Homeobox) gene plays a crucial role in photoreceptor development and function.
  • Mutations in CRX are associated with various retinal disorders, including Leber congenital amaurosis and cone-rod dystrophy.

Observation:

  • A 21-year-old male presented with reduced visual acuity and dyschromatopsia.
  • Clinical findings included posterior pole atrophy and a hyperautofluorescent paramacular ring on autofluorescence imaging.
  • A heterozygous nonsense mutation (c.313C>T, p.Q105*) in the CRX gene was identified.

Findings:

  • The identified CRX mutation was present in the patient's father and uncle.
  • Intrafamilial variable expressivity of the CRX mutation was observed, with differing disease severity among affected family members.
  • This suggests that genetic modifiers or environmental factors may influence the phenotype.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of genetic testing in diagnosing inherited macular dystrophies.
  • Understanding the variable expressivity of CRX mutations can aid in predicting disease progression and patient counseling.
  • Further research into the molecular mechanisms underlying CRX-associated retinal diseases is warranted.