ANKYLOBLEPHARON FILIFORME-ADNATUM IN TRISOMY-18

Ankyloblepharon filiforme adnatum (AFA) is a mild form of ankyloblepha ron, in which there is partial thickness fusion of the central portion of the lid margins, sparing the canthi. Although it can be seen as an isolated sporadic congenital defect, it is important for pediatric op hthalmologists to be cognizant of its possible association with a numb er of anomalies. One infrequent, but nevertheless important associatio n, is with trisomy 18. We present three cases of AFA in association wi th trisomy 18, and emphasize the need for clinicians to search for oth er abnormalities in a newborn presenting with AFA.