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(Q11) Anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos
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11 406 in individuals diagnosis anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos confirmed
Diagnosis anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos is diagnosed Women are 7.19% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos - 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 anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos
Absence or low individual and public risk
Anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos - what does this mean
Anophthalmos is caused by the complete absence of the eye and its associated structures, microphthalmos is caused by an abnormally small eye, and macrophthalmos is caused by an abnormally large eye. all of these conditions can be caused by genetic defects, infections, or trauma.
What happens during the disease - anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos
Anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos are all congenital eye conditions, which are caused by abnormal development of the eye during prenatal development. in anophthalmos, the eye is either completely absent or present in a rudimentary form. in microphthalmos, the eye is present but is abnormally small. in macrophthalmos, the eye is abnormally large. the cause of these conditions is not known, but is thought to be due to genetic and environmental factors.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Eye imaging tests, such as ultrasound, MRI, and CT scans
- Genetic testing
- Tear production tests
- Visual acuity tests
- Ophthalmoscopy
- Retinal examination
- Slit lamp examination
- Pupillary light reflex test
- Tonometry
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To improve the vision of those suffering from Anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos.
- Prescription of corrective glasses or contact lenses
- Surgery to correct any physical abnormalities
- Treatment with prosthetic eyes
- Treatment with artificial intraocular lenses
- Scleral buckling
- Vitrectomy
- Iridectomy
- Cataract removal
- Corneal transplantation
- Laser treatments
- Injection of medications
- Ocular physical therapy
6 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos - Prevention
The best way to prevent anophthalmos, microphthalmos, and macrophthalmos is to ensure that pregnant women receive regular prenatal care and follow a healthy lifestyle during pregnancy. additionally, genetic counseling is recommended for couples with a family history of these conditions. vaccinations, good hygiene, and regular eye exams should also be part of a preventative plan.
Specified forms of the disease
| (Q11.0) Cystic eyeball |
| (Q11.1) Other anophthalmos |
| (Q11.2) Microphthalmos |
| (Q11.3) Macrophthalmos |