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Hereditary posterior microphthalmos with papillomacular fold and high hyperopia.

M Spitznas, E Gerke, J B Bateman

    Archives of Ophthalmology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960)
    |March 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study describes a rare hereditary ocular syndrome in five patients, characterized by posterior microphthalmos, a unique retinal fold, and severe hyperopia. Autosomal recessive inheritance is suggested for this vision-impairing condition.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Genetics
    • Clinical Medicine

    Background:

    • Hereditary ocular syndromes can present with complex visual impairments.
    • Posterior microphthalmos, high hyperopia, and retinal folds are key features of certain genetic eye disorders.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To characterize a specific bilateral hereditary ocular syndrome.
    • To investigate the clinical presentation and inheritance pattern of posterior microphthalmos with papillomacular folds and high hyperopia.

    Main Methods:

    • Clinical examination of five patients with the described ocular syndrome.
    • Assessment of anterior segment dimensions, vitreous compartment length, visual acuity, and refractive errors.
    • Analysis of family history to postulate inheritance patterns.

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    Main Results:

    • All five patients presented with bilateral posterior microphthalmos, papillomacular folds, and high hyperopia (ranging from +11.25 to +17.50 diopters).
    • Anterior segment dimensions were largely normal, while the vitreous compartment was significantly shortened.
    • Visual acuity varied widely, from 0.05 (20/400) to 0.6 (20/33).

    Conclusions:

    • A distinct hereditary ocular syndrome involving posterior microphthalmos, papillomacular folds, and high hyperopia has been identified.
    • The findings suggest an autosomal recessive mode of inheritance for this condition.
    • This syndrome represents a significant cause of visual impairment in affected individuals.