Exfoliation Syndrome - Special Issue

The age-related systemic condition called pseudoexfoliation syndrome or exfoliation syndrome underlies a myriad of ocular findings and abnormalities. The best known relationship is to glaucoma; however, all parts of the eye may be affected. The link to systemic diseases is not as clear despite the systemic nature of the condition. Recently, genetics and environmental factors have been found to play a role in its development.