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Choroidal dystrophiesDefinition: Chorodial dystrophy is an eye disorder involving the choroid, a layer of blood vessels between the sclera and retina. Choroidal dystrophies are usually due to an abnormal gene (hereditary).
Causes, incidence, and risk factors:
Expectations (prognosis):
Calling your health care provider:
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| Review Date: 11/14/2005
Reviewed By: Edward B. Feinberg, MD, MPH, Professor and Chair, Department of Ophthalmology, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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