Kearns-Sayre syndrome

ICD-10 Code H49.81

Kearns-Sayre syndrome

Definition

Kearns-Sayre syndrome (KSS) is a mitochondrial disease characterized by progressive external ophthalmoplegia (PEO), pigmentary retinitis and an onset before the age of 20 years. Common additional features include deafness, cerebellar ataxia and heart block.

Also known as Kearns Sayre Syndrome, Kearns-Sayre syndrome — per MONDO

Also identified as