Q15.9: Congenital malformation of eye, unspecified

Congenital malformation of the eye, simply put, is an irregularity in the structure of the eye present at birth. This can include a wide range of eye malformations, from very mild nearsightedness to severe conditions such as the absence of an eye, commonly referred to as Anophthalmia. The exact specific cause of the malformation remains uncertain, often a result of various genetic mutations or environmental factors that interfere with the development of the eye in the early stages of pregnancy. Symptoms can be different depending on the nature of the malformation and can range from minor visual impairments to total blindness. The condition could potentially affect multiple systems in the body, particularly those associated with vision or eye movement, and can sometimes be linked with other developmental problems or congenital conditions.