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Secondary childhood glaucoma in neurofibromatosis type 1: an unusual corneal leukoma case report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a rare autosomal dominant disorder that affects the skin, eyes and peripheral nervous system. It is rarely associated with glaucoma, especially in pediatric patients. We herein report an unusual case of corneal degeneration in a child with NF1, characterized by peripheral corneal leukoma and a membrane under Descemet's membrane. This finding offers new insights for the ophthalmic diagnosis of NF1.

Source: Frontiers in Oncology

DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2024.1469969

Authors: Ling Ying Ge, Xin Tian, Han Mu Guo, Xue Yin

Institution: First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University

Language: English

Topic: Neurofibromatosis and Schwannoma Cases

Subfield: Neurology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,295