X-linked endothelial corneal dystrophy
Synonyms: XECD
X-linked endothelial corneal dystrophy (XECD) is a rare subtype of posterior corneal dystrophy (see this term) characterized by congenital ground glass corneal clouding or a diffuse corneal haze and blurred vision in male patients.
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X-linked endothelial corneal dystrophy?
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