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Acquired posterior lentiglobus

B G Mohney1, M M Parks

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, Children's National Medical Center, Washington, DC 20007, USA.

American Journal of Ophthalmology
|July 1, 1995
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Posterior lentiglobus, a rare eye condition, can appear at birth or develop later. Early detection and monitoring are crucial, especially in infants with cataracts and a family history of lens opacities.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Pediatric ophthalmology
  • Genetics of ocular disorders

Background:

  • Posterior lentiglobus is a rare condition affecting the lens of the eye.
  • Early identification and management are critical for visual development in infants.
  • Congenital or acquired onset of lens abnormalities requires further investigation.

Observation:

  • An infant presented with unilateral posterior lentiglobus.
  • The condition progressed to affect both eyes by 15 weeks of age.
  • Diagnosis was confirmed by three ophthalmologists.

Findings:

  • Posterior lentiglobus can have a congenital or acquired onset.
  • Progression to bilateral involvement was observed within weeks.
  • This case highlights the dynamic nature of the condition.

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Implications:

  • Infants with unilateral cataracts and a family history of early lens opacities need vigilant monitoring.
  • Frequent examinations of the unaffected fellow eye are essential.
  • Understanding the etiology of posterior lentiglobus is vital for timely intervention.