Syndromic microphthalmia‐9 (MCOPS9) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder caused by mutations in STRA6, an important regulator of vitamin A and retinoic acid metabolism. This disorder is characterized by bilateral… Click to show full abstract
Syndromic microphthalmia‐9 (MCOPS9) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder caused by mutations in STRA6, an important regulator of vitamin A and retinoic acid metabolism. This disorder is characterized by bilateral clinical anophthalmia, pulmonary hypoplasia/aplasia, cardiac malformations, and diaphragmatic defects. The clinical characteristics of this disorder have not been fully determined because of the rarity of clinical reports.
               
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