المقالات العلمية

Validity and cost-effectiveness of cone adaptation test as a screening tool to detect retinitis pigmentosa

Background: The cone adaptation test is to detect retinitis pigmentosa (RP) cases confirmed by electroretinogram (ERG). We present the validity and cost-effectiveness of cone adaptation test as a screening tool for detecting RP. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted between November 2013 and December 2013. …

Novel PDE6A mutation in an Emirati patient with retinitis pigmentosa

Mutations in the PDE6A gene are known to cause a form of retinitis pigmentosa (RP43), characterized by progressive retinal degeneration. We describe an Emirati patient with RP caused by a novel mutation in PDE6A. Clinical diagnosis of RP was made based on clinical evaluation and electroretinograms. The molecular analys …

Amoeboid pattern of posterior subcapsular cataract - Novel morphology in retinitis pigmentosa!

Surgery for macular holes associated with unusual concomitant pathologies

Macular hole (MH) is uncommonly seen in association with retinitis pigmentosa (RP), optic disc pit or choroidal coloboma. The visual disability in eyes with RP, optic disc pit or choroidal coloboma can range from mild to severe. However, the macula may not be involved in the primary pathology and hence, the central vis …