Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) Practice Exam

What syndrome is associated with glaucoma and usually presents with a port wine stain?

1. Marfan Syndrome

2. Sturge-Weber Syndrome

3. Tuberous Sclerosis

4. Neurofibromatosis

The correct answer is: Sturge-Weber Syndrome

Sturge-Weber Syndrome is characterized by the combination of a facial birthmark known as a port wine stain and neurological abnormalities, including potential complications such as glaucoma. The port wine stain is typically located on the face and is associated with vascular malformations. In this syndrome, the abnormal blood vessels in the eye can lead to increased intraocular pressure, resulting in glaucoma, which can develop early in life. The association between Sturge-Weber Syndrome and glaucoma is particularly significant because the increased pressure can affect vision and quality of life. Monitoring for eye-related issues is crucial in patients with this syndrome due to the risk of glaucoma developing in affected individuals. This is why Sturge-Weber Syndrome is specifically noted for its link with glaucoma and the presence of a port wine stain, making it the correct answer in the context of this question. Other syndromes listed, such as Marfan Syndrome, Tuberous Sclerosis, and Neurofibromatosis, have their own associated ocular and systemic manifestations but do not have the same consistent relationship with glaucoma and port wine stains as seen in Sturge-Weber Syndrome.