Wales Council of the Blind

Coloboma

Definition: The Coloboma means that part of one or more structures inside an unborn baby’s eye does not fully develop during pregnancy.

Category: eye condition

Credit: RNIB

Source: https://www.rnib.org.uk/your-eyes/eye-conditions-az/coloboma/

Last Updated: 16th of December 2025

Services mentioning Coloboma

Activities for young people - (MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)) Sports, arts, leisure and holidays

MACS organises sailing trips and adventure weekends for young people with MACS conditions such as coloboma.
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Grants from MACS - (MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)) Grants

MACS gives grants to cover the cost of activities or equipment needed by children born without eyes, or with under-developed eyes, or the condition coloboma. You must have been a member of MACS for at least 6 month to apply.
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MACS family helpline - (MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)) Helpline

Telephone helpline offering advice and support to parents of children born without eyes or with under-developed eyes (coloboma).
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