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Euryblepharon and congenital ectropion associated with Down's syndrome

SUMMARY

A case of euryblepharon and congenital ectropion is related.

Euryblepharon is a congenital and rare disorder consisting of a symmetrical enlargement of the palpebral aperture as a primary anomaly.

There is a wide variability in the clinical presentation and congenital ectropion is usually present.

The main ocular findings, causes and treatment indications are detailled.

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