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SUBMITTER: Garanto A
PROVIDER: S-EPMC10518078 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
Molecular genetics and metabolism 20220215 4
Ocular manifestations are observed in approximately one third of all inherited metabolic disorders (IMDs). Although ocular involvement is not life-threatening, it can result in severe vision loss, thereby leading to an additional burden for the patient. Retinal degeneration with or without optic atrophy is the most frequent phenotype, followed by oculomotor problems, involvement of the cornea and lens, and refractive errors. These phenotypes can provide valuable clues that contribute to its diag ...[more]