The Genetics of Leber’s Hereditary Optic Neuropathy: A Literature Review

Authors

  • Henry Liu

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18192/uojm.v8i2.3846

Keywords:

LHON, Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy

Abstract

Leber’s hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) is a mitochondrial disease characterized by a painless, acute loss of central vision, with 95% of affected individuals harbouring one of three pathogenic mutations (G11778GA, G3460A, or T14484C). The purpose of this review is to highlight the distinguishing clinical presentations of the disease with respect to the mutation subtype and present our recent understanding of two unique features of the disease: male predominance and incomplete penetrance. We also review recent advancements made in the diagnosis and treatment of this rare mitochondrial disease and their implications for genetic counselling.

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Published

2018-11-15

How to Cite

Liu, H. (2018). The Genetics of Leber’s Hereditary Optic Neuropathy: A Literature Review. University of Ottawa Journal of Medicine, 8(2), 30–34. https://doi.org/10.18192/uojm.v8i2.3846

Issue

Vol. 8 No. 2 (2018): Genetics

Section

Review & Clinical Practice

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