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Navigating Pregnancy with Stargardt\'s Disease: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Stargardt disease is the most prevalent autosomal recessive genetic form of macular dystrophy in both adults and children, which is caused by the mutation of ABCA4 gene.Its onset is commonly noted in the first half of the second decade of life.Stargardt disease is classically characterized by progressive RPE atrophy, the presence of yellow spots around the macula and mid-periphery of the retina with progressive central vision loss.The genes involved can have multiple variances, hence, this genetic disorder might be a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge.This is a case report of a 32-year-old term pregnant female affected with Stargardt disease, presented with progressive vision loss.

Source: Journal of South Asian Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10006-2631

Authors: Neema Acharya, Sandhya Pajai, Anubha Dande, Sachin R Rathod

Institution: Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research

Language: English

Topic: Retinal Development and Disorders

Subfield: Molecular Biology

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4413869194

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