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Amaurosis fugax differential diagnosis

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Overview

Overview

Leber’s congenital amaurosis is an inherited disease resulting in severe vision loss or blindness that was first described by Theodore Leber in the 19th century. Amaurosis can also occur in ruminants suffering from a vitamin B1 (Thiamin) deficiency due to Thiamine-Related Cerebrocortical Necrosis (CCN).

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