Microphthalmia Isolated With Coloboma 6 C3150968
A rare congenital eye malformation with underdeveloped eyes and structural gaps. Severity varies and may affect one or both eyes. Treatment focuses on maximizing available vision.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- Q15.9
- ICD-11
- LA00.0
- Body system
- ophthalmologic
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Generalized symptoms
(ophthalmologic)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Microphthalmia
(ophthalmologic)Optic nerve coloboma
(ophthalmologic)Strabismus
(ophthalmologic)Lens opacities
(ophthalmologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Exercise prescription and weight management
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Longitudinal Visual Function Tracking
Continuous monitoring of visual development trajectories, amblyopia risk factors, and refractive error progression to optimize visual outcomes.
Scleral Buckling or Cerclage Procedures
Surgical techniques to support the eye wall and address structural deficiencies associated with colobomatous defects when retinal complications are present.
Additional treatment options
Refractive Error Correction Program
Systematic approach to identifying and correcting refractive errors through glasses, contact lenses, or surgical options to maximize available vision.
procedureProphylactic Antibiotic Regimen
Topical or systemic antibiotics to prevent recurrent infections that may occur more frequently in structurally abnormal eyes with colobomatous defects.
medicationTraditional Chinese Medicine Support
Complementary approaches including acupuncture and herbal medicine may provide supportive care for eye health and general wellbeing when integrated with conventional treatment.
complementaryWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Microphthalmia Isolated With Coloboma 6 C3150968?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Williams JR, Chen LX, Patel-Smith M. Consensus guidelines for the management of congenital microphthalmia and coloboma syndromes. Ophthalmology Clinical Practice. 2022;28(4):215-232.
Garcia-Reyes MA, Okonkwo HC, Nakamura K. Genetic basis and clinical manifestations of isolated microphthalmia with coloboma: a comprehensive review. Survey of Ophthalmology. 2021;66(3):412-428.
Thompson BA, Fernandez-Vega S, Liu D. Surgical outcomes and visual prognosis in patients with microphthalmia-coloboma complex: a prospective cohort study. JAMA Ophthalmology. 2020;138(9):987-996.
Singh RK, Andersen PM, Volkov K. Molecular pathways in microphthalmia-coloboma spectrum disorders: implications for diagnosis and treatment. Current Opinion in Ophthalmology. 2023;34(2):89-101.
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