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(Q13.3) Congenital corneal opacity
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15 095 in individuals diagnosis congenital corneal opacity confirmed
Diagnosis congenital corneal opacity is diagnosed Men are 5.64% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital corneal opacity
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital corneal opacity
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital corneal opacity - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-14, 20-24, 30-39, 55-59, 65-69
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 15-19, 25-29, 40-54, 60-64, 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 10-19, 30-64, 75-84, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 20-29, 65-74, 85-89
Disease Features congenital corneal opacity
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital corneal opacity - what does this mean
Congenital corneal opacity is an eye condition where the cornea is abnormally opaque at birth due to a lack of development in the cornea. this can be caused by genetic mutations, infections, exposure to certain substances, or other factors. it can lead to impaired vision, and in some cases, complete blindness. treatment is usually surgical, and may include corneal transplantation or corneal grafting.
What happens during the disease - congenital corneal opacity
Congenital corneal opacity is a condition that is caused by a lack of development of the cornea during the prenatal period. it can be caused by mutations in genes that are responsible for the development of the cornea, or by environmental factors such as exposure to certain toxins or infections. the cornea becomes opaque due to the lack of normal development and can lead to vision problems such as blurred vision, reduced visual acuity, and light sensitivity.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete eye exam
- Slit-lamp examination
- Corneal topography
- Corneal thickness measurement
- Ultrasound biomicroscopy
- Optical coherence tomography
- Genetic testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To improve vision and reduce pain associated with congenital corneal opacity.
- Prescription of eye drops to reduce inflammation and pain
- Prescription of topical antibiotics to reduce the risk of infection
- Regular monitoring of the eye to check for further deterioration
- Regular use of protective eyewear to prevent further damage
- Surgical procedures to correct the opacity, such as corneal transplantation
- Corneal grafting to replace the damaged tissue
- Phototherapeutic keratectomy to remove scar tissue
- Cataract surgery to improve vision
- Laser surgery to improve vision
- Corneal collagen cross-linking to strengthen the cornea
5 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital corneal opacity - Prevention
The best way to prevent congenital corneal opacity is to ensure that pregnant mothers receive regular prenatal care and are screened for any potential genetic or environmental factors that may increase the risk of the condition. additionally, it is important to ensure that newborns receive proper eye exams to detect any signs of the condition.