Nanophthalmos associated with cryptorchidism

Ann Ophthalmol. 1985 May;17(5):284-6, 288.

Abstract

Nanophthalmos is a rare, isolated ocular disorder characterized by a small eye and cornea, shallow anterior chamber, narrow angles, and a high lens/eye volume ratio. A 39-year-old patient with nanophthalmos developed glaucoma. He was noted to have a tall, thin body, feminine features, and testicular atrophy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cryptorchidism / complications*
  • Glaucoma / etiology
  • Glaucoma / therapy
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Microphthalmos / complications*