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Corneal Dystrophies, Hereditary

Medical Definition: Bilateral hereditary disorders of the cornea, usually autosomal dominant, which may be present at birth but more frequently develop during adolescence and progress slowly throughout life. Central macular dystrophy is transmitted as an autosomal recessive defect.
Also Called: Granular Dystrophy, Corneal,Groenouw's Dystrophies,Macular Dystrophy, Corneal,Stromal Dystrophies, Corneal
Corneal Dystrophies, Hereditary Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy - Disorder caused by loss of endothelium of the central cornea. It is characterized by hyaline endothelial outgrowths on Descemet's membrane, epithelial blisters, reduced vision, and pain.

Corneal Dystrophies, Hereditary Medical Definitions and Terms

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