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J Pediatr Genet 2014; 03(04): 243-258
DOI: 10.3233/PGE-14106
Review Article
Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart – New York

Pediatric genetic macular and choroidal diseases

Mica Y. Bergman
a   USC Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Sudha Nallasamy
a   USC Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
b   The Vision Center, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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02 September 2014

24 September 2014

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27 July 2015 (online)

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Abstract

Genetic diseases of the macula and choroid have various inheritance patterns and varying degrees of impact on vision. Herein, we review the literature including most recent advances in the understanding of the genetics of these diseases. Although many of these disorders have limited treatment options, knowledge of inheritance patterns can aid in early detection and with close monitoring can help the ophthalmologist preserve as much vision as possible (for example with early treatment of choroidal neovascularization).

Keywords

Genetic macular disorders - genetic choroidal disorders - macular dystrophy