Persistent tunica vasculosa lentis

Summary

Persistent tunica vasculosa lentis is a congenital ocular anomaly. It is a form of persistent fetal vasculature (PFV).

Persistent tunica vasculosa lentis
Anatomy human eye (vitreous humor)
SpecialtyOphthalmology

It is a developmental disorder of the vitreous. It is usually unilateral and first noticed in the neonatal period. It may be associated with microphthalmos, cataracts, and increased intraocular pressure. Elongated ciliary processes are visible through the dilated pupil. A USG B-scan confirms diagnosis in the presence of a cataract.

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References edit

  • http://www.djo.harvard.edu/files/1568.pdf
  • Wright KW, Spiegel PH, Buckley EG. Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus. Springer; US, New York: 2003. p. 17.