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(Q11.1) Other anophthalmos
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11 406 in individuals diagnosis other anophthalmos confirmed
Diagnosis other anophthalmos is diagnosed Women are 7.19% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis other anophthalmos
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other anophthalmos
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other anophthalmos - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-14, 20-24, 30-34, 40-44, 50-54, 65-69
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 15-19, 25-29, 35-39, 45-49, 55-64, 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 20-29, 35-59, 70-74, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 30-34, 60-69, 75-79
Disease Features other anophthalmos
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other anophthalmos - what does this mean
Other anophthalmos is a congenital disorder where the eye fails to form in the womb, resulting in a complete absence of the eye and surrounding structures. it is usually caused by abnormal development of the eye during the first trimester of pregnancy, but can also be caused by genetic mutations or chromosomal abnormalities.
What happens during the disease - other anophthalmos
Other anophthalmos is a rare congenital disorder characterized by the absence of one or both eyes. it is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors, including mutations in the pax6 gene, which is responsible for the development of the eye, as well as exposure to toxins or infections during pregnancy. additionally, it can be caused by a failure of the eye primordium to form properly during the early stages of embryonic development.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete ocular examination
- Ocular imaging with ultrasound, CT scan and MRI
- Genetic testing
- Prenatal ultrasound
- Blood tests to check for any underlying causes
- Consultation with a genetic counselor
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal of Treatment: To restore vision and improve the quality of life for patients with Other Anophthalmos
- Surgery to reconstruct the eye socket
- Use of artificial eye implants
- Use of prosthetic eye
- Rehabilitation therapy to help with the adjustment to the prosthetic eye
- Regular check-ups to monitor eye health
- Regular vision tests to assess vision quality
- Treatment of any underlying medical conditions that may be causing the anophthalmos
6 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other anophthalmos - Prevention
The best way to prevent other anophthalmos is to ensure that pregnant women receive proper prenatal care, including regular ultrasounds and genetic testing. additionally, it is important to monitor the development of the fetus during pregnancy, and to seek medical help if any abnormalities are noticed.