Cone-Rod Dystrophies

Overview

Genetically heterogeneous and sometimes syndromic (e.g., BARDET BIEDL SYNDROME; and SPINOCEREBELLAR ATAXIA TYPE 7) retinopathies with initial RETINAL CONE involvement. They are characterized by decreased VISUAL ACUITY; COLOR VISION DEFECTS; progressive loss of peripheral vision and night blindness.

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Quick facts about Cone-Rod Dystrophies

Topic type

Condition

Category

Ophthalmology

MeSH classification

C11.270.152|C11.768.585.658.250|C16.320.290.152

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