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Phenothiazine Cataract, Bilateral

Phenothiazine Cataract, Bilateral
Pigmented granules are deposited in a stellate pattern (suture lines) underneath the anterior lens capsule. Patient had long-term treatment with chlorpromazine for schizophrenia.
Halabis, J., M.D., USA, Durham VAMC, NC
H26.3
Lens -> Toxic Agents, Medication and Radiation -> Medication
medication; Lens
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