Don’t fight Blepharo-cheilo-odontic syndrome alone.
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Orpha Number: 1997
Definition
Blepharo-cheilo-odontic syndrome is an ectodermal dysplasia syndrome characterized by the association of abnormalities of the eyelids, lips, and teeth.
Epidemiology
Prevalence is unknown. Over 50 cases have been described in literature to date.
Clinical description
Blepharo-cheilo-odontic syndrome is characterized by lower eyelid ectropion, upper eyelid distichiasis, euryblepharon, bilateral cleft lip and palate, and conical teeth. Additional occasional features include hypertelorism, lagophthalmos, imperforate anus, and syndactyly.
Etiology
Etiology is unknown.
Genetic counseling
Transmission is autosomal dominant with 100% penetrance.
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Source: GARD Last updated on 05-01-20
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