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A Mouse Model for Laser-induced Choroidal Neovascularization
Published on: December 27, 2015
[Pseudoxanthoma elasticum revealed by choroidal neovascularization]
Abstract:
Pseudoxanthoma elasticum is a genetic disease caracterised by calcification and fragmentation of elastic fibers affecting primarily the skin, the eyes and the cardiovascular system. We report a case in which the diagnostic was delayed due to an atypical presentation, allowing us to discuss the clinical signs, especially ocular, as well as the diagnosis criteria of this rare pathology. There is no specific treatment to pseudoxanthoma elasticum. It is essential to diagnose it rapidly in order to avoid potentially dramatic systemic outcomes.
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