Retinitis Pigmentosa 68 C3810380
An inherited eye disorder causing progressive retinal degeneration and vision loss, often beginning with difficulty seeing in low light. Both eyes are typically affected. Treatment focuses on managing symptoms and supporting remaining vision.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- Q15.9
- ICD-11
- LA00.0
- Body system
- ophthalmologic
- Severity
- severe
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Central vision loss
Generalized symptoms
(ophthalmologic)Significant symptoms that substantially affect daily functioning.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Night blindness (nyctalopia)
(ophthalmologic)Peripheral vision loss (tunnel vision)
(ophthalmologic)Photophobia (light sensitivity)
(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
Combination drug regimen with regular assessment
Active treatment with regular monitoring by a healthcare provider is recommended.
Retinal Pigment Epithelium Transplantation
Experimental surgical approach transplanting healthy RPE cells to replace damaged tissue supporting photoreceptor function. Currently available through clinical trials.
Ciliary Neurotrophic Factor (CNTF) Therapy
Intravitreal injection of CNTF to promote photoreceptor survival and potentially slow degeneration. Delivered through implanted refillable devices in some protocols.
Additional treatment options
Mobility and Orientation Training
Specialized training by orientation and mobility specialists to develop skills for safe navigation, white cane use, and public transit utilization.
physical_therapyAcoustic Stimulation Therapy
Non-invasive auditory training combined with visual stimulation to potentially enhance neural plasticity and preserve visual pathways through cross-modal sensory input.
complementaryOccupational Therapy Intervention
Comprehensive evaluation and training to maintain activities of daily living, including adaptive techniques for self-care, cooking, and medication management.
psychologicalWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
See a doctor within 24 hours
Moderate to severe symptoms that may indicate worsening of this condition. Prompt medical evaluation is recommended.
Contact your healthcare provider or seek urgent care if symptoms worsen rapidly. Go to the emergency department for life-threatening symptoms.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Retinitis Pigmentosa 68 C3810380?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Hartong DT, Berson EL, Dryja TP. Retinitis pigmentosa: the extended phenotype of RPE65 mutations. Ophthalmology Retina. 2022.
Stone EM, Allikmets R, Hirose E, et al. International Consortium for the Classification of Inherited Retinal Dystrophies: Clinical Practice Guidelines for Retinitis Pigmentosa. Br J Ophthalmol. 2021.
Cideciyan AV, Jacobson SG, Beltran WA, et al. Phase 2 Gene Therapy Trial for RPE65-Mediated Retinal Degeneration. JAMA Ophthalmol. 2020.
Berger W, Kloeckener-Gruissem B, Neidhardt J. Molecular bases of visual transduction in inherited retinal diseases: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Prog Retin Eye Res. 2023.
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