Apert syndrome: A case report with discussion of craniofacial features

Citation
Rp. Paravatty et al., Apert syndrome: A case report with discussion of craniofacial features, QUINTES INT, 30(6), 1999, pp. 423-426
Citations number
14
Categorie Soggetti
Dentistry/Oral Surgery & Medicine
Journal title
QUINTESSENCE INTERNATIONAL
ISSN journal
00336572 → ACNP
Volume
30
Issue
6
Year of publication
1999
Pages
423 - 426
Database
ISI
SICI code
Abstract
Apert syndrome is a rare congenital anomaly characterized by acrocephaly, s yndactyly, and abnormalities of other organs. It has characteristic feature s in the orofacial region, affecting the eyes, palate, middle third of face , and uvula. In this case report, the features of Apert syndrome, particula rly in relation to the orofacial region, are discussed.