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Ocular findings associated with FADD deficiency resemble familial exudative vitreoretinopathy

American Journal of Ophthalmology Case Reports, Volume 25, Article 101305, Year 2022

Purpose: We report the first known case of eye findings associated with a Fas-associated protein with death domain (FADD) gene mutation, an exceedingly rare entity. Observations: A 7-year-old boy was referred for decreased vision and eye examination revealed cystoid macular edema and peripheral retinal ischemia in both eyes and progression to tractional retinal detachment in the right eye. Conclusions and Importance: This case suggests that baseline and annual ophthalmic screening may be beneficial in individuals with FADD mutations. However, greater documentation of cases may be necessary before deriving a clear interval screening recommendation. © 2022 The Authors

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Cancer
Genetics And Genomics
Health System And Policy
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Male