Morning Glory Anomaly in A Fifteen-Year-Old Saudi Girl
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: The Morning Glory anomaly is an extremely unusual birth defect affecting the optic disc. It may exist in isolation or in conjunction with other ocular or non-ocular malformations. Its distinctive appearance is characterized by a large disc containing radial arteries and a remnant of white glial tissue, which is situated within a funnel-shaped excavation of the posterior fundus. For the past five years, a 15-year-old Saudi girl has complained of gradual impaired vision in her right eye. Upon examination, the right eye exhibited a best corrected visual acuity of hand movement and a normal anterior segment. Furthermore, a substantial optic disc was excavated in the center, and the vessels exhibited an aberrant emergence, reminiscent of the Morning Glory anomaly. The condition of the left eye was completely normal. Conclusion: This optic disc defect can only be treated by first ruling out any associated general and/or ocular abnormalities. Regular follow up is necessary due to the risk of serous retinal detachment. It is crucial to check for deep amblyopia early on and then treat the condition appropriately if it is detected.
Language: English
Subfield: Genetics
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $150
OpenAlex ID: W4410469934