Lees' syndrome: a case series

Marfan Syndrome in an Iranian Family: A Case Series

Marfan syndrome (MFS) is a genetic disorder which is inherited by autosomal dominant traits. In MFS, lens displacement and cardiovascular involvement are important causes of morbidity and mortality in the clinical course of the disease. In this case study, the ocular involvement in a family with severe penetration of MFS is reported. Twelve members of a family (father, two daughters, three sons...

Bernard-Soulier syndrome or idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura: A case series

Background: Bernard-Soulier syndrome (BSS) is a rare, autosomal recessive platelet function disorder which is commonly mistaken for idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP).The report includes seven cases of BSS that have been diagnosed and treated as ITP for a long time. Methods: Between 2006 and 2016, data of seven BSS patients who have long been diagnosed and treated as ITP were collected ...

Dr. Lees' Case of "Spontaneous Evolution."

Phalangeal microgeodic syndrome, a case series

Patients The details of three patients with phalangeal microgeodic syndrome are summarized in the table. Three boys presented before the age of 2 years with swelling of the digits of one or both hands. Further clinical examination and laboratory evaluation were normal. On radiological examination multiple small osteolytic areas with sclerotic lining and periostal reactions were visible in the p...

Giant fornix syndrome: a case series.

PURPOSE To describe the demographics, characteristics, and treatment of giant fornix syndrome, a rare cause of chronic purulent conjunctivitis in the elderly. METHODS Retrospective chart review of five patients with giant fornix syndrome evaluated by the Cornea Service, Oculoplastics and Orbital Surgery Service and the Department of Pathology at the Wills Eye Institute. RESULTS The median a...