What is Coloboma of the eye?

Description of the condition:

Coloboma of the eye is a congenital or acquired opening in the wall of the eyeball, which can affect various parts of the eye, including the iris, lens, retina, or optic nerve.

Classification:

• Congenital coloboma
• Acquired coloboma

Symptoms:

Symptoms vary depending on the location and size of the coloboma, but may include impaired vision, abnormal pupil shape, incomplete eyelid closure, and others.

Causes:

Congenital coloboma may be caused by genetic factors, while acquired coloboma may be caused by injury or infection.

Diagnosis:

The diagnosis is usually made by an ophthalmologist based on eye examination and special tests, such as ultrasound and X-ray.

Treatment:

Treatment may include surgical intervention to restore the eye's structure or vision correction with glasses or contact lenses.

Prevention:

Since congenital coloboma is associated with genetic factors, prevention involves genetic counseling and family planning.

Doctor:

To diagnose and treat coloboma of the eye, it is necessary to consult an ophthalmologist.