Oculomelic amyoplasia

Overview

A rare genetic disorder characterized by limb contractures (tightening of muscles which limits movement) from birth and eye abnormalities.

Symptoms

* Limb contractures from birth * Limited eye movement * Reduced vision * Pigmented macula * Retinal folds

Causes

❑ Hypertension ❑ Diabetic retinopathy ❑ Glaucoma ❑ Cholesterol emboli ❑ Papilledema ❑ Pigmented crescent ❑ Macular degeneration ❑ Retinal detachment ❑ Acute optic neuritis ❑ Optic atrophy ❑ Retinal hemorrhage ❑ Chorioretinal exudates ❑ Lipemia retinalis ❑ Central retinal artery occlusion ❑ Central retinal vein occlusion ❑ Angioid streaks ❑ Hyperviscosity