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Genetics in primary congenital glaucoma: Implications in disease management and counseling.
European journal of medical genetics - 1 Jan 2022
Leysen L, Cassiman C, Vermeer S, Casteels I, Balikova I
Abstract excerpt
Primary congenital glaucoma is an important cause of visual impairment in children. It can develop both pre- and postnatally. Angle surgery is the first line treatment modality. If the disease remains untreated or if the diagnosis is delayed, it can lead to irreversible visual loss and blindness. The genetics of primary congenital glaucoma are complex and not yet entirely understood. At present multiple...
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