The Role of Trace Elements in Pseudoexfoliation Syndrome: A Cross-sectional Study.

Mohammad Reza Talebnejad Ali AzimiMohammad Reza KhaliliAidin Meshksar

Published in: Journal of ophthalmic & vision research (2021)

Our study demonstrated that the serum iron and zinc levels were lower in PXF patients. Nutritional deficiency may be a cause of zonular weakness in these patients. Heme is a cofactor for the enzyme which contributes to the biosynthesis of fibrillin, the major protein in zonular fibers. Therefore, iron can play a substantial role in the biosynthesis of the fibrils and also in the zonular stability.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
peritoneal dialysis
physical activity
binding protein
patient reported
replacement therapy