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Case Reports in Ophthalmological Medicine
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Posterior microphthalmos (PM) can cause macular atrophy and RPE dysfunction, a late-stage complication rarely documented. Awareness of these atypical findings is crucial for accurate diagnosis and appropriate management in ophthalmology.

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