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Lattice corneal dystrophy

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The presence of fine, branching linear opacities in Bowman's layer in the central area that may spread to the periphery in the clinical course. The deep corneal stroma may be involved but the process does not reach Descemet's membrane. Recurrent corneal erosion may occur. Histologic examination reveals amyloid deposits in the collagen fibers of the cornea. [ HPO:curators ]

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database cross reference
  • MSH:D028227
  • UMLS:C0155127
  • SNOMEDCT_US:1192004
  • SNOMEDCT_US:361199007
definition

The presence of fine, branching linear opacities in Bowman's layer in the central area that may spread to the periphery in the clinical course. The deep corneal stroma may be involved but the process does not reach Descemet's membrane. Recurrent corneal erosion may occur. Histologic examination reveals amyloid deposits in the collagen fibers of the cornea.

has exact synonym

Biber haab dimmer dystrophy

id

HP:0001149

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