English

An unusual cause of optic atrophy in a child.

This article is from Indian Journal of Ophthalmology , volume 62 . Abstract A 13-year-old child presenting with gross visual impairment was diagnosed as a case of optic atrophy. However, radiological investigations revealed osteopetrosis, which, though rare, can result in optic atrophy. The aim of this case report is to highlight this possibility while evaluating cases of optic atrophy in young patients.

Sign in with your free account to read, download EPUBs or listen.