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Enlarged pupillary membranes.

T H Mader1, F L Wergeland, K J Chismire

  • 1Ophthalmology Service, Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma, Washington 98431.

Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
|March 1, 1988
PubMed
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Grossly enlarged pupillary membranes were observed in a child

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Anatomy

Background:

  • Pupillary membranes are common findings during anterior segment examination.
  • Typically, these membranes are clinically insignificant.

Observation:

  • A 4-year-old child presented with unusually large pupillary membranes.
  • These membranes formed a mesh-like arc across the entire pupillary aperture in both eyes.

Findings:

  • Despite the prominent membranous strands, the child maintained normal visual acuity.
  • This case highlights a rare presentation of enlarged pupillary membranes.

Implications:

  • Further investigation may be warranted for significantly enlarged pupillary membranes.
  • Understanding the spectrum of pupillary membrane presentations is crucial for accurate diagnosis.