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Chiang TK, Yu M. Electrophysiological Evaluation of Macular Dystrophies. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12041430. [PMID: 36835965 PMCID: PMC9962076 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12041430] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2022] [Revised: 02/06/2023] [Accepted: 02/09/2023] [Indexed: 02/15/2023] Open
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Macular dystrophies are a heterogeneous group of genetic disorders that often severely threatens the bilateral central vision of the affected patient. While advances in molecular genetics have been instrumental in the understanding and diagnosis of these disorders, there remains significant phenotypical variation among patients within any particular subset of macular dystrophies. Electrophysiological testing remains a vital tool not only to characterize vision loss for differential diagnosis but also to understand the pathophysiology of these disorders and to monitor the treatment effect, potentially leading to therapeutic advances. This review summarizes the application of electrophysiological testing in macular dystrophies, including Stargardt disease, bestrophinopathies, X-linked retinoschisis, Sorsby fundus dystrophy, Doyne honeycomb retina dystrophy, autosomal dominant drusen, occult macular dystrophy, North Carolina macular dystrophy, pattern dystrophy, and central areolar choroidal dystrophy.
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HANDHELD SPECTRAL DOMAIN OPTICAL COHERENCE TOMOGRAPHY FINDINGS OF X-LINKED RETINOSCHISIS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD. Retina 2021; 40:1996-2003. [PMID: 31764609 DOI: 10.1097/iae.0000000000002688] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND/PURPOSE Using handheld spectral domain optical coherence tomography (SDOCT) imaging to investigate in vivo microanatomic retinal changes and their progression over time in young children with juvenile X-linked retinoschisis (XLRS). METHODS This retrospective analysis was of handheld SD OCT images obtained under a prospective research protocol in children who had established XLRS diagnosis based on genetic testing or clinical history. Three OCT graders performed standardized qualitative and quantitative assessment of retinal volume scans, which were divided into foveal, parafoveal, and extrafoveal regions. Visual acuity data were obtained when possible. RESULTS Spectral domain OCT images were available of both eyes in 8 pediatric patients with ages 7 months to 10 years. The schisis cavities involved inner nuclear layer in over 90% (15/16) of eyes in all 3 regions. Retinal nerve fiber and ganglion cell layer involvement was present only in the extrafoveal region in 63% (10/16) eyes and outer nuclear and plexiform layer in few others. In 7 children followed over 2 months to 15 months, the location of schisis remained consistent. Central foveal thickness decreased from the baseline to final available visit in 4/6 eyes. Ellipsoid zone disruption seemed to accompany lower visual acuity in 1/4 eyes. CONCLUSION Early in life, the SD OCT findings in XLRS demonstrate differences in schisis location in fovea-parafoveal versus extrafoveal region, possible association between poor visual acuity and degree of ellipsoid zone disruption and decrease in central foveal thickness over time in this group. Furthermore, they illustrates that the pattern of XLRS in adults is already present in very young children, and unlike in older children and adults, those presenting with earlier disease may have a more aggressive course. Further studies in this early age group may provide more insights into treatment and prevention of progressive visual impairment in children with XLRS.
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Wide-Field Swept-Source OCT and Angiography in X-Linked Retinoschisis. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2019; 3:178-185. [DOI: 10.1016/j.oret.2018.09.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2018] [Revised: 08/28/2018] [Accepted: 09/10/2018] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Hu QR, Huang LZ, Chen XL, Xia HK, Li TQ, Li XX. Genetic analysis and clinical features of X-linked retinoschisis in Chinese patients. Sci Rep 2017; 7:44060. [PMID: 28272453 PMCID: PMC5341047 DOI: 10.1038/srep44060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2016] [Accepted: 02/03/2017] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Many mutations in the retinoschisis (RS1) gene have been identified, but there are limited clinical data relating to the different genotypes. This study investigated the genotype, clinical phenotype and therapies for X-linked juvenile retinoschisis (XLRS) patients in China to evaluate the effects of gene mutations and therapies on the prognosis of the disease. Thirty patients were recruited in the study. Genetic examination identified 8 novel RS1 gene mutations. Twenty-four patients were identified as missense mutation, which was the most common gene mutation in XLRS patients. Amino acids 102 and 209 were the most common mutation areas, accounting for a total 35.7% of all patients. Mutations affecting amino acid 102 were associated with poor results on the flash electroretinogram (ERG). Sixteen patients had various complications. Anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) drugs were given to four patients with hemorrhage or other complications, and serious adverse events did not occur. Our outcome demonstrates that missense mutation was the leading cause of XLRS and more than half of the patients with this missense had various complications. Anti-VEGF drugs may be an effective and safe way to prevent deterioration of XLRS with certain complications. There is wide genotypic and phenotypic variability in Chinese patients with XLRS.
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- Qin-Rui Hu
- Department of Ophthalmology, Peking University People's Hospital, Key Laboratory of Vision Loss and Restoration, Ministry of Education, Beijing Key Laboratory for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Retinal and Choroid Diseases, Xizhimen South Street 11, Beijing, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Peking University People's Hospital, Key Laboratory of Vision Loss and Restoration, Ministry of Education, Beijing Key Laboratory for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Retinal and Choroid Diseases, Xizhimen South Street 11, Beijing, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Peking University People's Hospital, Key Laboratory of Vision Loss and Restoration, Ministry of Education, Beijing Key Laboratory for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Retinal and Choroid Diseases, Xizhimen South Street 11, Beijing, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Peking University People's Hospital, Key Laboratory of Vision Loss and Restoration, Ministry of Education, Beijing Key Laboratory for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Retinal and Choroid Diseases, Xizhimen South Street 11, Beijing, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Peking University People's Hospital, Key Laboratory of Vision Loss and Restoration, Ministry of Education, Beijing Key Laboratory for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Retinal and Choroid Diseases, Xizhimen South Street 11, Beijing, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Peking University People's Hospital, Key Laboratory of Vision Loss and Restoration, Ministry of Education, Beijing Key Laboratory for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Retinal and Choroid Diseases, Xizhimen South Street 11, Beijing, China
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Molday RS, Kellner U, Weber BHF. X-linked juvenile retinoschisis: clinical diagnosis, genetic analysis, and molecular mechanisms. Prog Retin Eye Res 2012; 31:195-212. [PMID: 22245536 PMCID: PMC3334421 DOI: 10.1016/j.preteyeres.2011.12.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 208] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2011] [Revised: 12/16/2011] [Accepted: 12/19/2011] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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X-linked juvenile retinoschisis (XLRS, MIM 312700) is a common early onset macular degeneration in males characterized by mild to severe loss in visual acuity, splitting of retinal layers, and a reduction in the b-wave of the electroretinogram (ERG). The RS1 gene (MIM 300839) associated with the disease encodes retinoschisin, a 224 amino acid protein containing a discoidin domain as the major structural unit, an N-terminal cleavable signal sequence, and regions responsible for subunit oligomerization. Retinoschisin is secreted from retinal cells as a disulphide-linked homo-octameric complex which binds to the surface of photoreceptors and bipolar cells to help maintain the integrity of the retina. Over 190 disease-causing mutations in the RS1 gene are known with most mutations occurring as non-synonymous changes in the discoidin domain. Cell expression studies have shown that disease-associated missense mutations in the discoidin domain cause severe protein misfolding and retention in the endoplasmic reticulum, mutations in the signal sequence result in aberrant protein synthesis, and mutations in regions flanking the discoidin domain cause defective disulphide-linked subunit assembly, all of which produce a non-functional protein. Knockout mice deficient in retinoschisin have been generated and shown to display most of the characteristic features found in XLRS patients. Recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV) mediated delivery of the normal RS1 gene to the retina of young knockout mice result in long-term retinoschisin expression and rescue of retinal structure and function providing a 'proof of concept' that gene therapy may be an effective treatment for XLRS.
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- Robert S Molday
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Centre of Macular Research, University of British Columbia, 2350 Health Sciences Mall, Vancouver, B.C. V6T 1Z3, Canada.
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EFFECT OF AGING ON MACULAR FEATURES OF X-LINKED RETINOSCHISIS ASSESSED WITH OPTICAL COHERENCE TOMOGRAPHY. Retina 2011; 31:1186-92. [DOI: 10.1097/iae.0b013e3181ff0d2d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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ERG variability in X-linked congenital retinoschisis patients with mutations in the RS1 gene and the diagnostic importance of fundus autofluorescence and OCT. Doc Ophthalmol 2007; 116:97-109. [DOI: 10.1007/s10633-007-9094-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2006] [Accepted: 10/16/2007] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Zeng M, Yi C, Guo X, Jia X, Deng Y, Wang J, Shen H. Identification of novel mutations in the XLRS1 gene in Chinese patients with X-linked juvenile retinoschisis. Curr Eye Res 2007; 32:685-91. [PMID: 17852193 DOI: 10.1080/02713680701486410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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X-linked juvenile retinoschisis (XLRS) is a major cause of macular degeneration in young men. In this study we analyzed all six exons of the XLRS1 gene in four sporadic XLRS patients and in an affected family in China who were recently diagnosed. We found there are five different mutations with four containing missense point mutations and one having a frame-shift deletion. Among these mutations both c.644A>T and c.520delC are novel and have not been previously reported. Moreover all the second-generation offsprings and most of the third-generation ones in the affected family were found to carry the mutations bearing X chromosome. The discovery of novel mutations in the XLRS1 gene would increase the available information about the spectrum of genetic abnormalities causing XLRS. Although the limited data failed to reveal a correlation between mutations and disease phenotypes our identification of novel mutations in the XLRS1 gene will facilitate early and correct diagnosis and genetic counseling regarding the prognosis of XLRS disease.
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- Meizhen Zeng
- State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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Lai TYY, Chan WM, Lai RYK, Ngai JWS, Li H, Lam DSC. The clinical applications of multifocal electroretinography: a systematic review. Surv Ophthalmol 2007; 52:61-96. [PMID: 17212991 DOI: 10.1016/j.survophthal.2006.10.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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Multifocal electroretinography (mfERG) is an investigation that can simultaneously measure multiple electroretinographic responses at different retinal locations by cross-correlation techniques. mfERG therefore allows topographic mapping of retinal function in the central 40-50 degrees of the retina. The strength of mfERG lies in its ability to provide objective assessment of the central retinal function at different retinal areas within a short duration of time. Since the introduction of mfERG in 1992, mfERG has been applied in a large variety of clinical settings. This article reviews the clinical applications of mfERG based on the currently available evidence. mfERG has been found to be useful in the assessment of localized retinal dysfunction caused by various acquired or hereditary retinal disorders. The use of mfERG also enabled clinicians to objectively monitor the treatment outcomes as the changes in visual functions might not be reflected by subjective methods of assessment. By changing the stimulus, recording, and analysis parameters, investigation of specific retinal electrophysiological components can be performed topographically. Further developments and consolidations of these parameters will likely broaden the use of mfERG in the clinical setting.
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- Timothy Y Y Lai
- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, People's Republic of China
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X-linked retinoschisis is the leading cause of macular degeneration in males and leads to splitting within the inner retinal layers leading to visual deterioration. Many missense and protein truncating mutations have now been identified in the causative retinoschisis gene (RS1) which encodes a 224 amino acid secretory retinal protein, retinoschisin. Retinoschisin octamerisation is implicated in cell-cell interactions and cell adhesion perhaps by interacting with beta2 laminin. Mutations cause loss of retinoschisin function by one of the three mechanisms: by interfering with protein secretion, by preventing its octamerisation or by reducing function in the secreted octamerised protein. The development of retinoschisis mouse models have provided a model system that closely resembles the human disease. Recent reports of RS1 gene transfer to these models and the sustained restoration of some retinal function and morphology suggest gene replacement may be a possible future therapy for patients.
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- Stephen K Sikkink
- Academic Unit of Medical Genetics, University of Manchester, St Mary's Hospital, Manchester, UK
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Eksandh L, Andréasson S, Abrahamson M. Juvenile X-linked retinoschisis with normal scotopic b-wave in the electroretinogram at an early stage of the disease. Ophthalmic Genet 2005; 26:111-7. [PMID: 16272055 DOI: 10.1080/13816810500228688] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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PURPOSE To report four cases of genetically verified juvenile X-linked retinoschisis (XLRS) with normal scotopic b-waves in full-field ERG, including one patient with a novel mutation (W50X) in the RS1 gene. METHODS Four XLRS patients from different families were examined with regard to visual acuity, kinetic perimetry, fundus photography, full-field ERG, and OCT. Two of these patients were also examined with multifocal-ERG (mfERG). Mutations in the RS1 gene were identified by sequence analysis. RESULTS The full-field ERG presented normal b-wave amplitudes on scotopic white-light stimulation. OCT and mfERG presented macular schisis and macular dysfunction. Genetic analysis revealed a deletion of exon 1 and the promotor region in one patient and mutations giving rise to the amino acid substitutions R209C and W96R in two others. The fourth patient carried a novel mutation in exon 3 of the RS1 gene (nt 149 G-->A), causing the introduction of a stop codon after amino acid 49 in the RS protein. CONCLUSION Four young males with XLRS did not present with reduction in the scotopic b-wave amplitude on full-field ERG, which is otherwise often considered to be characteristic of the disease. Full-field ERG and molecular genetic analysis of the RS1 gene still remain the most important diagnostic tools for this retinal disorder, although the OCT can be a valuable complement in order to make the diagnosis at an early stage.
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- Louise Eksandh
- Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospital of Lund, Sweden.
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Chan WM, Choy KW, Wang J, Lam DSC, Yip WWK, Fu W, Pang CP. Two cases of X-linked juvenile retinoschisis with different optical coherence tomography findings and RS1 gene mutations. Clin Exp Ophthalmol 2004; 32:429-32. [PMID: 15281981 DOI: 10.1111/j.1442-9071.2004.00820.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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The optical coherence tomography (OCT) findings, clinical features, and mutations in the RS1 gene of two unrelated patients with X-linked retinoschisis (XLRS) are reported herein. Two Chinese patients with early onset XLRS were given a comprehensive ophthalmologic examination and OCT investigation. The RS1 gene was screened for sequence alterations in all exons and splice regions. The two patients presented with different phenotypic features and OCT findings. One patient with more severe clinical presentation had a RS1 exon 1 deletion and a P193S mutation was found in the other patient with mild macular involvement. OCT demonstrates the markedly different features of XLRS patients with different RS1 mutations. This study strengthens the role of OCT in the diagnosis and monitoring of XLRS.
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- Wai Man Chan
- Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China
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Kłosowska-Zawadka A, Bernardczyk-Meller J, Gotz-Wieckowska A, Krawczyński M. [Importance of family examination in juvenile X-linked retinoschisis]. Ophthalmologe 2004; 102:1193-9. [PMID: 15349747 DOI: 10.1007/s00347-004-1105-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Congenital (juvenile) retinoschisis belongs to the group of hereditary vitreoretinopathies. This disorder is inherited in an X-linked recessive pattern and its onset usually occurs in 5- to 10-year-old boys. Presenting clinical signs include decreased visual acuity due to maculopathy. CASE REPORT The authors present a case of a 17-year-old boy with decreased visual acuity, hypermetropia, and bilateral retinoschisis with maculopathy upon fundus examination. In view of a 50% risk of the disorder occurring in the brothers of the affected male, they underwent full ophthalmological and electrophysiological examinations (until then asymptomatic). In one of them decreased visual acuity, mixed astigmatism, and maculopathy were present, without any changes of the peripheral retina. In the youngest brother decreased visual acuity, hypermetropia, and maculopathy were diagnosed. CONCLUSIONS Genetic counseling and ophthalmological examination of family members at risk facilitated early recognition of the pathological changes in the siblings. Genetic counseling with pedigree analysis and genetic analysis, if possible, should be offered to all affected patients and family members.
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Lai TYY, Yip WWK, Wong VWY, Lam DSC. Multifocal electroretinogram and optical coherence tomography of commotio retinae and traumatic macular hole. Eye (Lond) 2004; 19:219-21. [PMID: 15258606 DOI: 10.1038/sj.eye.6701462] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Eriksson U, Larsson E, Holmström G. Optical coherence tomography in the diagnosis of juvenile X-linked retinoschisis. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2004; 82:218-23. [PMID: 15043546 DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0420.2004.00227.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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PURPOSE To describe the value of optical coherence tomography (OCT) as a diagnostic tool in the diagnosis of X-linked retinoschisis. METHODS We report three boys aged between 8 and 17 years, diagnosed with X-linked retinoschisis. During investigations they were examined with OCT (Zeiss Humphrey OCT 1, upgraded version). Single scans of the central posterior pole and the region around the vascular arcades were obtained. Two of the boys underwent full-field ERG according to ISCEV standards. Genetic analysis was performed in all three boys, with sequencing of the XLRS gene. RESULTS The OCT results revealed a pattern with a cleavage of the retina in two distinct planes, one deep (outer retina) and one superficial. This was very obvious in one patient and a similar but not as pronounced pattern was seen in the other two cases. The two layers were superficially connected with thin-walled, vertical palisades, separated by low reflective, cystoid spaces, confluent and most prominent in the foveal region. CONCLUSION Full-field ERG and/or DNA analysis are well known methods used for diagnosis of X-linked juvenile retinoschisis. In this paper, we suggest that OCT can also be a helpful diagnostic tool.
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- Urban Eriksson
- Department of Neuroscience, Ophthalmology, University Hospital, Uppsala, Sweden.
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Tantri A, Vrabec TR, Cu-Unjieng A, Frost A, Annesley WH, Donoso LA. X-linked retinoschisis: A clinical and molecular genetic review. Surv Ophthalmol 2004; 49:214-30. [PMID: 14998693 DOI: 10.1016/j.survophthal.2003.12.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 143] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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X-linked retinoschisis is a leading cause of macular degeneration in male children. It is characterized by a high degree of clinical variability. Clinical features include a stellate foveal retinoschisis, with or without peripheral retinoschisis. The schisis occurs within the inner retina, primarily at the level of the nerve fiber layer. The disease-causing gene, X-linked retinoschisis 1, has recently been identified, and is expressed in photoreceptor and bipolar cells. This gene codes for retinoschisin, a secreted protein containing a discoidin domain which may be involved in cellular adhesion or cell-cell interactions. The identification of this gene allows for improved diagnosis and contributes to the understanding of this condition. Visual prognosis is variable, as X-linked retinoschisis exhibits a high degree of phenotypic variability. Although there is no treatment to halt the progressive maculopathy, clinical management is directed toward treatment of amblyopia and surgical correction of certain complications. X-linked retinoschisis is an important condition to study, both to improve the clinical management of this disorder, and to better understand retinal function and development. Herein, we review the clinical, histopathologic, and molecular genetic and treatment options of X-linked retinoschisis.
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- Avinash Tantri
- The Henry and Corinne Bower Laboratory, Wills Eye Hospital, and the Eye Research Institute, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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