Oculocutaneous albinism

J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol. 2003 May;17(3):251-6. doi: 10.1046/j.1468-3083.2003.00767.x.

Abstract

Oculocutaneous albinism represents a group of inherited skin disorders characterized by a generalized reduction of cutaneous, ocular and pilar pigmentation from the time of birth. Oculocutaneous albinism types 1 and 2 are the most common, but several other types have been described. A defect in the melanin synthesis pathway, resulting in reduced formation of melanin, is responsible for oculocutaneous albinism. Aetiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis and management are discussed.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Albinism, Oculocutaneous / classification
  • Albinism, Oculocutaneous / diagnosis
  • Albinism, Oculocutaneous / etiology*
  • Albinism, Oculocutaneous / pathology
  • Albinism, Oculocutaneous / therapy
  • Humans