Last Updated on February 27, 2019 by
A 5-year-old male presents to his pediatrician for a yearly check-up and immunizations. On examination, numerous light brown macules are noted on his face, arms, and torso, and freckling is seen under his arms. His mother has several soft cutaneous nodules on her arms. Which of the following ophthalmologic features is this child most likely to develop as he gets older?
A. Cataracts
B. Lisch nodules
C. Subcapsular lenticular opacities
D. Retinal detachment
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