Axenfeld anomaly is seen in glaucoma associated with? – Ophthalmology MCQ

Axenfeld anomaly is seen in glaucoma associated with?
A. Aniridia
B. Phakomatosis
C. Ectopia lentis
D. Iridocorneal dysgenesis

Correct answer : D. Iridocorneal dysgenesis

Axenfeld syndromeFeatures of Axenfeld syndrome – a.Microdontia and hypodontia; b.Slit pupil and iris atrophy; c.Corectopia with iris atrophy; d,e.Posterior embryotoxon;  f.Broad peripheral anterior synechiae.

  • Axenfeld anomaly is seen in glaucoma associated with iridocorneal dysgenesis.
  • It is a posterior embryotoxon characterised by prominent Schwalbe’s ring.

Ref: Comprehensive Ophthalmology, A. K. Khurana, 4th edition, p214.
Image credits: L Dhir, K Frimpong-Ansah, Nabil E Habib: Missed case of Axenfeld-Rieger syndrome: a case report. Cases Journal 2008, 1:299. Licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 license. http://www.casesjournal.com/content/1/1/299

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