An update on microphthalmos and coloboma. A brief survey of genetic disorders with microphthalmos and coloboma

Ophthalmic Paediatr Genet. 1991 Jun;12(2):57-63. doi: 10.3109/13816819109023675.

Abstract

This is a brief survey of more than 100 syndromes in which microphthalmos and/or coloboma appear. It is suggested that the disorders be assessed systematically by consecutive discussions of their aetiology, morphology and embryology.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Abnormalities, Multiple*
  • Coloboma / genetics*
  • Eye Abnormalities / genetics*
  • Humans
  • Microphthalmos / genetics*
  • Syndrome