A new syndrome associated with absence of lower lid lacrimal punctum, ptosis, elevation deficiency of both eyes and mild facial dysmorphism.

abstract：:Etiological investigation of a 15-year-old boy with left ophthalmic artery occlusion led us to a diagnosis of neurofibromatosis type I as there were numerous large cafe-au-lait spots, axillary freckling, and brain MRI changes consistent with a hamartoma. In light of the present case, ophthalmic artery occlusion may be...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Saatci AO,Saylam GS,Yasti ZO,Söylev M,Saatci I,Kavukçu S,Memişoğlu B

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:to report phenotypic and genotypic features in a group of autosomal recessive retinitis pigmentosa (arRP) patients associated with EYS mutations. METHODS:we retrospectively reviewed the clinical records and the molecular genetic data of arRP patients carrying mutations in the EYS gene. All the patients underwe...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Mucciolo DP,Sodi A,Passerini I,Murro V,Cipollini F,Borg I,Pelo E,Contini E,Virgili G,Rizzo S

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cilioretinal arteries (CAs) represent enlargements of microscopic and early established collaterals formed via vasculogenesis between choroidal and retinal circulations. We aimed to investigate whether genetic tendency to thrombosis due to well-known gene polymorphisms may induce CA vasculogenesis in embryon...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Yilmaz S,Ardagil A,Akalin I,Altinel MG,Dag Y,Kurum E,Koyun E,Ari Yaylali S,Bayramlar H

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The study was undertaken to investigate whether anterior segment findings are different in children with Down syndrome (DS) to normal children and to focus on its clinical significance. METHODS:A cross-sectional case control study was conducted in a total of 38 children with DS and 42 healthy children. This is...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Aslan L,Aslankurt M,Aksoy A,Gümüşalan Y

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Classical MMA, caused by methylmalonyl-CoA mutase deficiency, may result in late-onset dysfunction in several organ systems. To date, 10 cases of optic neuropathy have been reported. The prevalence of optic neuropathy in visually asymptomatic patients has not been determined. This study sought to identify ...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： AlOwain M,Khalifa OA,Al Sahlawi Z,Hussein MH,Sulaiman RA,Al-Sayed M,Rahbeeni Z,Al-Hassnan Z,Al-Zaidan H,Nezzar H,Al Homoud I,Eldali A,Altonen B,Handoom BS,Mbekeani JN

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Usher syndrome has classically been described as a combination of hearing loss and rod-cone dystrophy; vestibular dysfunction is present in many patients. Three distinct clinical subtypes were documented in the late 1970s. Genotyping efforts have led to the identification of several genes associated with the disease. ...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Nolen RM,Hufnagel RB,Friedman TB,Turriff AE,Brewer CC,Zalewski CK,King KA,Wafa TT,Griffith AJ,Brooks BP,Zein WM

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Glaucoma is considered as a neurodegenerative disorder in which the optic nerve damage leads to irreversible blindness. Many scientific findings indicate miRNA implication in the neurodegeneration process. In this study, we aimed to evaluate the polymorphic variants of miRNA processing genes, RAN (rs14035) a...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Molasy M,Walczak A,Przybyłowska-Sygut K,Zaleska-Żmijewska A,Szaflik J,Szaflik JP,Majsterek I

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: The present study aims to identify the underlying genetic defects in a Chinese family with autosomal dominant congenital cataracts (ADCC). Methods: Detailed family histories and clinical data were recorded. Targeted exome sequencing of 54 known cataract-associated genes combined with high-throughput next-g...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Yu Y,Xu J,Qiao Y,Li J,Yao K

更新日期：2020-12-04 00:00:00

abstract：:Mutations in sequestosome 1 (SQSTM1) gene are associated with neurodegenerative diseases, such as frontotemporal dementia and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Recently, mutation in SQSTM1 was also found to cause a progressive childhood-onset cerebellar ataxia. We describe here a case of progressive childhood-onset cereb...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Vedartham V,Sundaram S,Nair SS,Ganapathy A,Mannan A,Menon R

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One of the treatment options for intraocular retinoblastoma is thermochemotherapy with diode laser combined with chemotherapy. Very little is known about the evolution of laser scars resulting from diode laser treatment for retinoblastoma. We report a case of atrophic chorioretinal scar and focal scleral bowing after ...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： de Graaf P,Castelijns JA,Moll AC,Imhof SM,Schouten-van Meeteren AY

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To identify the mutation in the RB1 gene in a Syrian family showing incomplete penetrance of retinoblastoma (RB). METHODS:Genomic DNA was used as a template for the PCR reaction to amplify all exons as well as the promoter region of RB1 gene. These PCR products were screened by conformational sensitive gel ele...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Ahmad NN,Melo MB,Singh AD,Donoso LA,Shields JA

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Genetic factors are shown to have a role in the development of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG). The aim of this study was to determine the effects of genetic polymorphisms of Rho-kinase (ROCK) genes on the risk of POAG in a Turkish population. METHODS:Genomic DNA was extracted from leukocytes of the periphe...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Demiryürek S,Okumus S,Bozgeyik İ,Oztuzcu S,Coskun E,Mat E,Durucu E,Tatar MG,Erbagci İ,Gürler B,Demiryürek AT

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:DNA samples are the fundamental research substrate in genetics. Although methodology and cost-effectiveness in molecular biology have improved dramatically, collecting biological samples and extracting DNA continue to be expensive and time-consuming steps of genetic research. This article reviews the issues surroundin...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Dickinson JL,Sale MM,Craig JE,Mackey DA

更新日期：2001-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Wildervanck Syndrome (WS; cervico-oculo-acoustic syndrome) consists of Duane retraction syndrome (DRS), the Klippel-Feil anomaly, and congenital deafness. It is much more common in females than males and could be due to an X-linked mutation that is lethal to hemizygous males. We present the genetic evaluatio...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Abu-Amero KK,Kondkar AA,Alorainy IA,Khan AO,Al-Enazy LA,Oystreck DT,Bosley TM

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Syndromic ciliopathies have been variably linked to different retinal dystrophies. However, to date, few reports have characterized by means of multimodal imaging the retinal degeneration occurring in Mainzer-Saldino syndrome (MSS). Methods: Two siblings with history of kidney disease and other systemic ab...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Romano F,Dautaj A,Esposito RA,Bertelli M,Staurenghi G,Salvetti AP

更新日期：2021-01-03 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To characterize visual function in defined genotypes including siblings with Usher syndrome. METHODS:Thirteen patients with phenotypically different subtypes of Usher syndrome, including 3 families with affected siblings, were selected. Genetic analysis and ophthalmological examinations including visual fiel...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Malm E,Ponjavic V,Möller C,Kimberling WJ,Andréasson S

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe the clinical and electrophysiological characterization of four family members from three generations who have X-linked infantile periodic alternating nystagmus (XIPAN). METHODS:Complete clinical ophthalmological evaluation, pedigree analysis, electroretinograms (ERG), eye movement recordings (EMR...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Hertle RW,Yang D,Kelly K,Hill VM,Atkin J,Seward A

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Early-onset retinal dystrophy is usually isolated but can also be the presenting manifestation of an undiagnosed systemic disease. The purpose of this report is to highlight the initial presentation of a girl with early-onset retinal dystrophy and chronic dermatitis who was found to have an undiagnosed congenit...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Khan AO

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder characterized by benign hamartomas occurring in multiple organ systems including the brain, kidneys, heart, lungs, liver, skin, and the eyes. Typical retinal findings associated with TSC include astrocytic hamartoma and achromic patch...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Geffrey AL,Geenen KR,Abati E,Greenstein SH,VanderVeen DK,Levy RL,Davidson SL,McGarrey MP,Thiele EA,Aronow ME

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:MSX2 mutations are a very rare cause of craniosynostosis. Gain-of-function mutations may lead to the Boston-type craniosynostosis with limb defects and refraction errors, whereas loss-of-function mutations causes primary osseous defects such as enlarged parietal foramina. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Herein we rep...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Plaisancié J,Collet C,Pelletier V,Perdomo Y,Studer F,Fradin M,Schaefer E,Speeg-Schatz C,Bloch-Zupan A,Flori E,Dollfus H

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty-one probands, twelve with bilateral and nine with unilateral retinoblastoma, were screened for mutations in the RB1 gene using genomic DNA from peripheral blood leukocytes as well as tumors. Amplification of individual exons and flanking regions of the RB1 gene were carried out, followed by direct sequencing of...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Ata-ur-Rasheed M,Vemuganti Gk,Honavar Sg,Ahmed N,Hasnain Se,Kannabiran C

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To investigate the retinal structure and function during the progression of X-linked retinoschisis (XLRS) from childhood to adulthood. METHODS:Ten patients clinically diagnosed with XLRS were investigated at 6-15 years of age (mean age 9 years) with a follow-up 8 to 14 years later (mean 12 years). The patients...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Kjellström S,Vijayasarathy C,Ponjavic V,Sieving PA,Andréasson S

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cryptophthalmos is a condition of congenital eyelid malformation most commonly accompanied by syndactyly, urogenital anomalies, and cognitive impairments as in Fraser syndrome. We report on a patient with characteristic features consistent with autosomal dominant bilateral complete isolated cryptophthalmos. This patie...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Egier D,Orton R,Allen L,Siu VM

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To clinically characterize a Swedish family with autosomal dominant retinitis pigmentosa due to a mutation, Arg-172-Trp, in the peripherin/RDS gene. METHODS:Full clinical evaluation including kinetic visual field testing, measurement of dark-adaptation threshold, and full-field electroretinography in seven pat...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Ekström U,Andréasson S,Ponjavic V,Abrahamson M,Sandgren O,Nilsson-Ehle P,Ehinger B

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Microcephaly and chorioretinopathy (MCCRP) is a rare neuro-ophthalmologic disorder that causes microcephaly and chorioretinopathy. In a recessive inheritance pattern, there are three types: MCCRP1; MCCRP2 and MCCRP3. MCCRP3 results from pathogenic variants in the tubulin-gamma complex-associated protein 4 (...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Da Palma MM,Motta FL,Takitani GEDS,Salles MV,Lima LH,Ferraz Sallum JM

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine the impact of subtle differences (most notably in their classification of group E eyes) in two published versions of the ICRB (Philadelphia and the Children's Hospital Los Angeles). METHODS:Analysis of a series of 96 eyes with intra-ocular retinoblastoma. RESULTS:The disparate criteria of the 2 p...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Novetsky DE,Abramson DH,Kim JW,Dunkel IJ

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness in elderly individuals in developed countries. The etiology and pathophysiology of age-related macular degeneration have not been elucidated yet. Knowing that the main pathological change of age-related macular degeneration is formation of dr...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Stasiukonyte N,Liutkeviciene R,Vilkeviciute A,Banevicius M,Kriauciuniene L

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Hydroxychloroquine retinal toxicity can occur in up to 7.5% of patients receiving treatment; however, possible genetic risk factors are poorly understood. The main objective of the study was to explore candidate genetic risk factors for retinal toxicity.Materials and Methods: Case-control study of patients...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Mack HG,Kowalski T,Lucattini A,Symons RA,Wicks I,Hall AJ

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mutations in the peripherin/RDS gene have been identified in families with various retinopathies including those affecting primarily the macula and those restricted to the retinal periphery. Here, we describe the clinical findings of two sisters with late-onset central areolar choroidal dystrophy (CACD). The two sibli...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Keilhauer CN,Meigen T,Stöhr H,Weber BH

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We estimated the incidence and prevalence of diagnosed cataracts among patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) versus the general population (GP). METHODS:Using a large US health insurance claims database, we identified a CF cohort and a GP cohort matched with respect to age, gender, and calendar year. The preva...

journal_title：Ophthalmic genetics

authors： Everage NJ,Bai Y,Loop B,Volkova N,Liu N,Enger C

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00