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Goldmann-Favre syndrome

What is Goldmann-Favre syndrome?

Goldmann-Favre syndrome (GFS) is a vitreoretinal dystrophy characterized by early onset of night blindness, reduced bilateral visual acuity, and typical fundus findings (progressive pigmentary degenerative changes, macular edema, retinoschisis).

Other condition names

  • Enhanced S-cone syndrome
  • Retinoschisis with early nyctalopia

Inheritance type

Autosomal recessive

Prevalence

  • Worldwide: <1 in 1,000 000

Age of Onset

  • Adolescent
  • Childhood
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