Ectodermal Iris Dystrophy

Iris dystrophy of the ectodermal type (DIET) is a rare hereditary disease that is characterized by a congenital defect in the development of iris tissue. This pathology can manifest itself in various forms, but the most common is a defect in the development of the ectoderm of the iris, which leads to a decrease in its pigmentation and a change in shape.

DIET is usually diagnosed in early childhood and may be accompanied by other inherited conditions such as iris aplasia or retinal abnormalities. Treatment for DIET includes vision correction with glasses or contact lenses, as well as medication to improve patients' quality of life.

Ectodermal iris dystrophy is a rare hereditary disease that manifests itself as a defect in the development of the iris. This disease can lead to decreased pigmentation and changes in the shape of the iris, as well as other inherited conditions such as iris aplasia or retinal abnormalities.

Treatment for DIET includes vision correction with glasses or contact lenses and medication to improve quality of life. However, despite the fact that DIET is a rare disease, it requires attention and treatment from medical professionals in order to prevent the development of complications and improve the quality of life of patients.

The problem of iris dystrophy is one of the most common among patients with congenital anomalies of the visual apparatus. This type of disease is a very rare and complex pathology, so its diagnosis is a difficult task for any ophthalmologist.

Typically, with this diagnosis, damage to the iris is accompanied by