Choroidal neovascularization in Bardet-Biedl syndrome

Abstract

Purpose: To describe a case of choroidal neovascularization in a young patient with genetically-proven Bardet-Biedl syndrome.

Methods: Case description with fundus and anatomical photography and optical coherence tomography.

Patients: Single patient case description.

Results: Fundus photography and optical coherence tomography reveal the presence of previously-active choroidal neovascularization. Anatomical, historical, and genetic evidence confirm Bardet-Biedl syndrome in this individual.

Discussion: Choroidal neovascularization accompanying this syndrome has not been reported. Herein we describe the first published description of choroidal neovascularization in an individual with genetically-proven Bardet-Biedl syndrome.

KEYWORDS::

• Bardet-Biedl
• Choroid
• Neovascularization
• Polydactyly
• Syndrome

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Declaration of interest: The authors report no conflicts of interest. The authors alone are responsible for the content and writing of this paper.