Atypical Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy with molecular confirmation.

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OBJECTIVE: Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) is typically a familial disease of primarily young, male adults. Analysis of mitochondrial DNA has identified point mutations associated with LHON and allowed us to identify cases of LHON not consistent with traditional descriptions of the disease. DATA SOURCES: The collective experience of three tertiary referral centers contributed to this report. STUDY...

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