Goldenhar Syndrome – A Case Report
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 8
Abstract
Goldenhar syndrome (GHS) is also known as ‘Oculo-auriculo-vertebral syndrome’(OAV).[1]Itis a spectrum of rare disorder which is apparent at birth. Dating back in 1950s it was initially comprised of malformations of ears and ocular abnormalities, only in 1963, the vertebral abnormalities were included as a sign of this syndrome. It is characterised by combination of anomalies like limbaldermoid, epibulbar cysts, auricular appendices, malformation of ears and hypoplasia of bones of mandible. GHS is a rare developmental disorder affecting the first and second branchial arches. Its also known as facio-auriculo-vertebral anomaly. The aetiology remains unclear in this syndrome. We present a case of 8 month male child with classical features with variable presentation.
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Dr Sanjay Joshi
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