A fifth year medical student lecture, making strabismus (squint) easy to digest. Written by Khalil Al-Salem M.D, FRCS, FICO
Category: pediatric ophthalmology
Leukocoria
Leucocoria is a white pupil. It is a serious sign that requires urgent referral and assessment. The more common causes include: ( very important in the exam) ■ Infantile cataract. ■ Retinoblastoma. 1- Retinoblastoma The most common malignant intraocular tumour in children. Cumulative incidence at 5 years old is 9.3/million births in Jordan. Most (82%) cases…… Continue reading Leukocoria
