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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Low-set ears | |||
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| field = [[Medical genetics]] | |||
| symptoms = Ears positioned lower on the head than usual | |||
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| onset = Congenital | |||
| duration = Lifelong | |||
| causes = [[Genetic disorder]]s, [[syndromic]] conditions | |||
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| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[Genetic testing]] | |||
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| prognosis = Depends on underlying condition | |||
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'''Low-set ears''' are a clinical feature where the ears are positioned lower on the head than typical. This can be a normal variation in human anatomy, but it can also be associated with certain genetic conditions or syndromes. | '''Low-set ears''' are a clinical feature where the ears are positioned lower on the head than typical. This can be a normal variation in human anatomy, but it can also be associated with certain genetic conditions or syndromes. | ||
==Definition== | ==Definition== | ||
[[Low-set ears]] are defined as ears whose superior attachment point is below an imaginary horizontal line drawn between the inner canthi of the eye (the most medial point of the eye where the upper and lower eyelids meet). | [[Low-set ears]] are defined as ears whose superior attachment point is below an imaginary horizontal line drawn between the inner canthi of the eye (the most medial point of the eye where the upper and lower eyelids meet). | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Low-set ears can be a normal variant in human anatomy. However, they can also be associated with certain genetic conditions or syndromes. These include: | Low-set ears can be a normal variant in human anatomy. However, they can also be associated with certain genetic conditions or syndromes. These include: | ||
* [[Down Syndrome]] | * [[Down Syndrome]] | ||
* [[Turner Syndrome]] | * [[Turner Syndrome]] | ||
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* [[Cri du Chat Syndrome]] | * [[Cri du Chat Syndrome]] | ||
* [[Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome]] | * [[Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome]] | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
The diagnosis of low-set ears can be made by a physical examination. The doctor will look at the position of the ears in relation to the eyes and the rest of the face. If the ears are positioned lower than the inner canthi of the eye, they are considered low-set. | The diagnosis of low-set ears can be made by a physical examination. The doctor will look at the position of the ears in relation to the eyes and the rest of the face. If the ears are positioned lower than the inner canthi of the eye, they are considered low-set. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for low-set ears is not typically necessary unless they are associated with a genetic condition or syndrome. In these cases, treatment will focus on managing the underlying condition. | Treatment for low-set ears is not typically necessary unless they are associated with a genetic condition or syndrome. In these cases, treatment will focus on managing the underlying condition. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Ear]] | * [[Ear]] | ||
* [[Genetic disorders]] | * [[Genetic disorders]] | ||
* [[Syndromes]] | * [[Syndromes]] | ||
[[Category:Medical terms]] | [[Category:Medical terms]] | ||
[[Category:Genetic disorders]] | [[Category:Genetic disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Syndromes]] | [[Category:Syndromes]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 05:32, 4 April 2025
| Low-set ears | |
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| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Ears positioned lower on the head than usual |
| Complications | |
| Onset | Congenital |
| Duration | Lifelong |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic disorders, syndromic conditions |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, Genetic testing |
| Differential diagnosis | |
| Prevention | |
| Treatment | |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying condition |
| Frequency | |
| Deaths | N/A |
Low-set ears are a clinical feature where the ears are positioned lower on the head than typical. This can be a normal variation in human anatomy, but it can also be associated with certain genetic conditions or syndromes.
Definition[edit]
Low-set ears are defined as ears whose superior attachment point is below an imaginary horizontal line drawn between the inner canthi of the eye (the most medial point of the eye where the upper and lower eyelids meet).
Causes[edit]
Low-set ears can be a normal variant in human anatomy. However, they can also be associated with certain genetic conditions or syndromes. These include:
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of low-set ears can be made by a physical examination. The doctor will look at the position of the ears in relation to the eyes and the rest of the face. If the ears are positioned lower than the inner canthi of the eye, they are considered low-set.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for low-set ears is not typically necessary unless they are associated with a genetic condition or syndrome. In these cases, treatment will focus on managing the underlying condition.
