Retinal and Choroidal Dystrophies

Faculty:Dr Pamela Rath

Objectives:At the conclusion of this conference the resident/student should have an understanding of Retinal and Choroidal Dystrophies and should be able to

Describe the epidemiology, causes, characteristics and management of posterior segment dystrophies including:

        Retinitis Pigmentosa

        Macular Dystrophies

        Stargardt Disease

        Vitelliform Degenerations

        X-linked Retinoschisis

        Goldmann-Favre Syndrome

Reading Assignment: Please read the Retinal and Choroidal Dystrophies section in Retina and Vitreous section of the BCSC.