Congenital cataract-ichthyosis syndrome

MONDO:0008924

Congenital cataract-ichthyosis syndrome is characterized by congenital cataract associated with ichthyosis. It has been described in less than ten patients from two unrelated families. Transmission is autosomal recessive.

Also known as: Syndermotic cataract and congenital ichthyosis, cataract and congenital ichthyosis

3 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 0 tagged with Congenital cataract-ichthyosis syndrome itself.

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Including sub-types (3) Tagged with Congenital cataract-ichthyosis syndrome (0)

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Scientists hunt for clues to ichthyosis in skin and blood

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This study looks at skin and blood samples from 200 people with ichthyosis (a genetic condition causing dry, scaly skin) and healthy volunteers. Researchers want to find specific markers that could help them understand the disease better and develop new treatments. No treatment i…

Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused

Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC

Congenital cataract-ichthyosis syndrome

Where it sits in the disease tree

Scientists hunt for clues to ichthyosis in skin and blood