Ocular Features of Morning glory Syndrome in a 9-year-old Child
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 12
Abstract
Morning glory syndrome is an uncommon congenital optic disc anomaly in which the disc is enlarged and excavated with white glial tissue in the center; it is generally unilateral. It is a sight threatening disease which needs to be diagnosed early in order to manage the amblyopia that may be a big issue in this disease.
Authors and Affiliations
Théra JP, Hughes D, Tinley C, Bamani S, Traoré L
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