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Elfin facies

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Elfin (Elven) facies is a form of facies where the patient presents with facial characteristics bearing some similarities to those traditionally associated with elves. It is characterized by prominent forehead, widely spaced eyes, upturned nose, underdeveloped mandible, dental hypoplasia, and patulous lips.[1]

It can be associated with Williams syndrome or Donohue syndrome (which is also known as leprechaunism).[2][3]

References

  1. ^ K.G, Mathew (2 November 2018). Medicine: Prep Manual for Undergraduates, 3/e. Elsevier India. ISBN 9788131211540 – via Google Books.
  2. ^ Plumridge, Diane M.; Bennett, Robin; Dinno, Nuhad; Branson, Cynthia (1993). THE STUDENT WITH A GENETIC DISORDER: Educational Implications for Special Education Teachers and for Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech Pathologists. Charles C Thomas Publisher. ISBN 9780398082185. Retrieved 2 November 2018.
  3. ^ "Dorlands Medical Dictionary:elfin facies".[permanent dead link]
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