Detection of Ectopia Lentis Results in Diagnosis of Marfan Syndrome

Abstract

Marfan syndrome is one of the most commonly inherited connective tissue disorders. Marfan syndrome can affect the skeletal, ocular, and cardiovascular systems. The ocular effects often include ectopia lentis, which means dislocation of the intra-ocular lens. Marfan syndrome can lead to an aortic dissection and aneurysm, resulting in death. For this reason, it is crucial to investigate any unknown cause of lens subluxation. This case report explains how a patient was found to have undiagnosed ectopia lentis on a routine ocular examination and was later diagnosed with Marfan syndrome after further testing. The case report also reviews the clinical findings and management options for Marfan syndrome. <br>CE Notification: This article is available as a COPE accredited CE course. You may take this course for 1-hour credit. Read the article and take the qualifying test to earn your credit. Click here to Enroll (https://www.crojournal.com). Please check COPE course expiry date prior to enrollment. The COPE course test must be taken before the course expiry date.