Conditions / Genetic

aniridia 1

info ยท Genetic

An aniridia that has_material_basis_in heterozygous mutation in the PAX6 gene on chromosome 11p13. Additional ocular anomalies are also common.

Signs and symptoms

  • Anterior subcapsular cataract
  • Ectopia pupillae
  • Retinal vascular tortuosity
  • Bilateral ptosis
  • Corneal erosion
  • Exotropia
  • Chorioretinal hypopigmentation
  • Hypoplasia of the fovea
  • Aniridia
  • Hypoplasia of the iris