Publications by authors named "Melita Adilovic"

Background: Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a set of inherited rod-cone degenerative diseases that clinically presents with similar signs and symptoms. Mutations in one of more than 70 genes are involved. Patients will commonly present with bone-spicule pigment formation, waxy optic nerve pallor, and attenuated blood vessels in the posterior pole.

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Background: Fuchs heterochromic iridocyclitis is a chronic, unilateral iridocyclitis characterized by iris heterochromia. The gradual progression of the disease leads to the development of cataracts, glaucoma, and, occasionally, vitreous infiltration. The trigger for inflammation of the iris and ciliary body is still unknown.

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Background: Malignant hypertension is a condition characterized by severe hypertension and multiorganic ischemic complications. The underlying cause of malignant hypertension can be primary or secondary hypertension, and identification of the cause is mandatory to select the correct treatment to control blood pressure and reduce end-organ damage. Hypertensive retinopathy is a disease that has short-term and long-term consequences for the overall health and mortality of patients.

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