A Rare Presentation of Unilateral Retinitis Pigmentosa: A Case Report and Review of the Literature.
Background: Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is one of the most common inherited diseases of the retina, affecting 1 in 4,000 individuals. This condition occurs when there is deterioration in the photoreceptors, leading to a gradual decrease in vision. The typical progression and presentation of RP include...
| Publicado en: | Optometry & Visual Performance Vol. 13; no. 3; pp. 202 - 208 |
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| Formato: | case study diagnostic images pictorial tables/charts Journal Article |
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Optometric Extension Program
Sep2025
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