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What causes optic nerve hypoplasia?
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Birth defect: The exact cause is not known but optic nerve hypoplasia can occur by itself or as part of a larger syndrome of birth defects. Children with this should be have a complete evaluation including neuro-imaging and endocrine work up.
Answered 3/24/2015
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