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Albinism, Ocular

Medical Definition:	Albinism affecting the eye in which pigment of the hair and skin is normal or only slightly diluted. The classic type is X-linked (Nettleship-Falls), but an autosomal recessive form also exists. Ocular abnormalities may include reduced pigmentation of the iris, nystagmus, photophobia, strabismus, and decreased visual acuity.
Guide Notes:	hypopigmentation of eye; do not use /congen & do not coord with INFANT, NEWBORN, DISEASES
Previously Indexed:	Albinism (1966-1990)

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