Dr. MAURYA R. P., Dr.Virendra Pratap Singh, Dr. KIRTI VERMA
Abstract
Purpose:Crouzon syndrome is rare congenital malformation of skull occurring in 1 per 25,000 births worldwide.It is an autosomal dominant disorder.Purpose of this case report was to demonstrate clinico-radiological characteristics in 6 year child. Methods: The child presented with complaints of outward protrusion of both eyeball since birth.The child underwent complete ophthalmic examination and radiological investigation. Results: On general examination,her head was elliptical in shape with beak-like nose,broad nasal bridge,high arched palate and low set of ears.On ocular examination bilateral hypertelorism,exodeviation,lagophthalmos and proptosis was found.Systemic examination revealed cardio-pulmonary abnormality.CT Scan brain revealed shallow orbits with proptosis. Conclusion: She was diagnosed with Crouzon syndrome.Early detection of this condition and associated complications is necessary to reduce associated problems like squint, exposure keratopathy and poor vision.
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