Macular hypoplasia
Macular Hypoplasia
Macular hypoplasia (/mæk.jʊ.lər haɪ.poʊˈpliː.ʃə/), from the Latin macula meaning "spot" and the Greek hypoplasia meaning "underdevelopment", is a medical condition characterized by the underdevelopment or absence of the macula, the part of the retina responsible for detailed central vision.
Definition
Macular hypoplasia is a congenital disorder where the macula, the central part of the retina, is underdeveloped. This condition can lead to significant visual impairment as the macula is responsible for our sharp, central vision, which we use for reading, driving, and recognizing faces.
Causes
Macular hypoplasia can be caused by a variety of genetic disorders, including ocular albinism and aniridia. It can also be a result of premature birth or damage to the developing eye.
Symptoms
Symptoms of macular hypoplasia can vary greatly depending on the severity of the condition. They may include decreased visual acuity, nystagmus (involuntary eye movement), and strabismus (crossed or misaligned eyes).
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of macular hypoplasia is typically made through a comprehensive eye examination, including a detailed examination of the retina. Additional tests such as optical coherence tomography (OCT) and fluorescein angiography may also be used.
Treatment
There is currently no cure for macular hypoplasia. Treatment is focused on managing symptoms and improving quality of life. This may include the use of corrective lenses, vision therapy, and in some cases, surgery.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Macular hypoplasia
- Wikipedia's article - Macular hypoplasia
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski