Wagner's disease
Wagner's Disease
Wagner's Disease (pronounced: Vahg-nerz Deez-ease), also known as Wagner Syndrome or Wagner's Vitreoretinopathy, is a rare, hereditary disorder that affects the eyes, specifically the retinae. The disease was first described by Hans Wagner in 1938.
Etymology
The disease is named after Swiss ophthalmologist Hans Wagner, who first described the condition. The term "vitreoretinopathy" comes from Latin vitreus meaning "glassy" and retina, referring to the part of the eye affected, and -pathy from Greek pathos meaning "suffering" or "disease".
Symptoms
Wagner's Disease is characterized by progressive vision loss, night blindness, and field vision defects. Other symptoms may include cataracts, myopia, and retinal detachments.
Causes
Wagner's Disease is caused by mutations in the VCAN gene. It is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner, meaning an affected person has a 50% chance of passing the disorder to each of their children.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Wagner's Disease is based on clinical examination, family history, and genetic testing. Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) and fluorescein angiography may also be used to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment
There is currently no cure for Wagner's Disease. Treatment is focused on managing symptoms and preventing complications, such as retinal detachments. Regular eye examinations are recommended for early detection of complications.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wagner's disease
- Wikipedia's article - Wagner's disease
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