..Starting node ..Angioid streaks of the fundus (HP:0001102)
Term ID:
1102
Name:
Angioid streaks of the fundus
Synonym:
Angioid streaks; Angioid streaks of the retina; Angioid streaks, retina; Knapp streaks; Laquer cracks of the retina
Definition:
Irregular lines in the deep retina that are typically configured in a radiating fashion and emanate from the optic disc. Angioid streaks are crack-like dehiscences in abnormally thickened and calcified Bruch's membrane, resulting in atrophy of the overlying retinal pigment epithelium. They may be associated with a number of endocrine, metabolic, and connective tissue abnormalities but are frequently idiopathic.