Definition
The leukocoria is a symptom that suggests an anomaly of the crystalline lens, the vitreous or the ocular fundus. In the most obvious cases, it appears as a whitish pupillary reflex at the simple observation.
On the other hand, after a light stimulation to check for any ocular pathologies, a red reflex may appear in the dilated pupil.
Leukocoria is often the first sign of retinoblastoma. Furthermore, it can occur in cases of corneal scarring, congenital cataract and retinal dysplasia.
Possible Causes * of Leucocoria
- Cataract
- Retinoblastoma
- Corneal ulcer
