Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy (FECD) is characterized by progressive loss of corneal endothelial cells, thickening of Descemet membrane, and deposition of extracellular matrix in the form of guttae. As a result, the endothelial layer is eventually no longer able to support corneal deturgescence, leading to corneal edema and decreased in visual acuity. These findings usually become clinically evident in the fourth and fifth decades of life. Corneal transplantation is currently the only modality used to restore vision. FECD is a genetically complex disorder, but the familial risk is relatively high.
Vithana EN, Morgan PE, Ramprasad V, Tan DT, Yong VH, Venkataraman D, Venkatraman A, Yam GH, Nagasamy S, Law RW, Rajagopal R, Pang CP, Kumaramanickevel G, Casey JR, Aung T
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SLC4A11 mutations in Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy.
