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Juvenile cataract in association with tuberous sclerosis complex.
Ophthalmic genetics - 1 Aug 2020
Geffrey A L, Geenen K R, Abati E, Greenstein S H, VanderVeen D K, Levy R L, Davidson S L, McGarrey M P, Thiele E A, Aronow M E
Abstract excerpt
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. While rare cases of cataract occurring in the setting of TSC have been reported, this is the...
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