Posterior polymorphous corneal dystrophy

Posterior polymorphous corneal dystrophy

Definition

Posterior polymorphous corneal dystrophy (PPCD) is a rare mild subtype of posterior corneal dystrophy characterized by small aggregates of apparent vesicles bordered by a gray haze at the level of Descemet membrane, generally with no effect on vision.

Also known as corneal dystrophy, posterior polymorphous, posterior polymorphous dystrophy, PPCD, Schlichting dystrophy — per MONDO

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