Iridocorneal Endothelial Syndrome

Iridocorneal Endothelial Syndrome A group of eye diseases characterized by three main features:• Visible changes in the iris• Swelling of the cornea, and • The development of glaucoma

A group of eye diseases characterized by three main features:
• Visible changes in the iris
• Swelling of the cornea, and
• The development of glaucoma
ICE syndrome, is more common in women than men, most commonly diagnosed in middle age, and is usually present in only one eye. The condition is actually a grouping of three closely linked conditions: Cogan-Reese syndrome; Chandler's syndrome; and

essential (progressive) iris atrophy. The cause of ICE syndrome is unknown. While there is no way to stop the progression of the condition, treatment of the symptoms may include medication for glaucoma and corneal transplant for corneal swelling.

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