It is an eye disorder showing a complete or partial absence of the colored part of eye (the iris).
In about 10 percent of affected people, the structures that carry information from the eyes to the brain (optic nerves) are underdeveloped.
One may also have involuntary eye movements (nystagmus) or under development of the region at the back of the eye responsible for sharp central vision (foveal hypoplasia).
Many of these eye problems contribute to progressive vision loss in affected individuals.
The severity of symptoms is typically the same in both eyes.
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Source: Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
Source: www.embryology.ch
This condition can lead to:
Please talk to your healthcare professional (i.e. Medical Doctor/Pharmacist/Optician) for further advice
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