Differentials and approach to leukocoria

Leukocoria is an important clinical examination finding as it can be a sign of significant intraocular pathology, with the most common being retinoblastoma and congenital cataracts. The Brückner test is a quick, easy, and inexpensive way to assess the red reflex. When leukocoria is suspected, prompt...

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Published inConnecticut medicine Vol. 77; no. 3; p. 133
Main Authors Patel, Nishita, Salchow, Daniel J, Materin, Miguel
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.03.2013
Subjects
Cataract - complications
Cataract - congenital
Cataract - diagnosis
Child, Preschool
Diagnosis, Differential
Humans
Infant
Infant, Newborn
Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous - complications
Pupil Disorders - diagnosis
Pupil Disorders - etiology
Retinal Neoplasms - complications
Retinal Neoplasms - diagnosis
Retinal Neoplasms - therapy
Retinoblastoma - complications
Retinoblastoma - diagnosis
Retinoblastoma - therapy
Retinopathy of Prematurity - complications
Toxocariasis - complications
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Summary:Leukocoria is an important clinical examination finding as it can be a sign of significant intraocular pathology, with the most common being retinoblastoma and congenital cataracts. The Brückner test is a quick, easy, and inexpensive way to assess the red reflex. When leukocoria is suspected, prompt referral to an ophthalmologist is necessary for further evaluation.
ISSN:0010-6178