Coats Disease Details

Expanded Description

Coats Disease is a rare eye disorder characterized by weak blood vessels behind the retina leading to full or partial blindness.

Prevalence

2.0 ( Per 100,000 Population ) [Source]

Causes

Congenital Disease

Disorder Symptoms

First noticed by the presence of a “white spot”: the absence of normal red-eye when a photo is taken with a flash. Instead of red eye a white or gold spot covers the pupil of the eye.

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Diagnosis

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Diagnostic Tests

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Disorder Treatments

Laser treatment to stop the exudate from the blood vessels. Also, Cryotherapy if there is too much fluid in the eye to perform laser surgery. A vitrectomy (incision into the sclera and all fluid in the eye is drained, then replaced with oil or gas to push the retina back into place) is also an option.

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Prognosis

Depending on the stage of the disease, sight can be preserved/restored.

Tips for Living with the Disorder

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