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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Hypotelorism | |||
| image = [[File:Hypotelorism.png|250px]] | |||
| caption = Illustration of hypotelorism | |||
| field = [[Medical genetics]] | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| symptoms = Decreased distance between the [[eyes]] | |||
| complications = | |||
| onset = Congenital | |||
| duration = Lifelong | |||
| causes = [[Genetic disorder]]s, [[chromosomal abnormalities]] | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[imaging studies]] | |||
| differential = [[Hypertelorism]], [[craniosynostosis]] | |||
| prevention = | |||
| treatment = [[Surgical intervention]] | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = Depends on underlying cause | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
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'''Hypotelorism''' is a medical condition characterized by a decreased distance between two organs or bodily features. In the context of craniofacial abnormalities, hypotelorism refers to the reduced distance between the [[eye|eyes]] or [[orbit (anatomy)|orbits]]. This condition is often associated with various [[genetic disorder|genetic disorders]] and [[syndrome|syndromes]]. | '''Hypotelorism''' is a medical condition characterized by a decreased distance between two organs or bodily features. In the context of craniofacial abnormalities, hypotelorism refers to the reduced distance between the [[eye|eyes]] or [[orbit (anatomy)|orbits]]. This condition is often associated with various [[genetic disorder|genetic disorders]] and [[syndrome|syndromes]]. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Hypotelorism is often a symptom of a broader genetic disorder or syndrome. It can be associated with conditions such as [[Holoprosencephaly]], a disorder characterized by the failure of the [[forebrain]] to develop properly, and [[Smith-Lemli-Opitz syndrome]], a developmental disorder that affects multiple parts of the body. | Hypotelorism is often a symptom of a broader genetic disorder or syndrome. It can be associated with conditions such as [[Holoprosencephaly]], a disorder characterized by the failure of the [[forebrain]] to develop properly, and [[Smith-Lemli-Opitz syndrome]], a developmental disorder that affects multiple parts of the body. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of hypotelorism is typically made through a physical examination and imaging studies such as [[Computed tomography|CT scans]] or [[Magnetic resonance imaging|MRI]]. Genetic testing may also be performed to identify any underlying genetic disorders or syndromes. | Diagnosis of hypotelorism is typically made through a physical examination and imaging studies such as [[Computed tomography|CT scans]] or [[Magnetic resonance imaging|MRI]]. Genetic testing may also be performed to identify any underlying genetic disorders or syndromes. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for hypotelorism is typically focused on managing the underlying condition and improving the individual's quality of life. This may involve surgery to correct the positioning of the eyes or orbits, or other treatments as appropriate for the underlying condition. | Treatment for hypotelorism is typically focused on managing the underlying condition and improving the individual's quality of life. This may involve surgery to correct the positioning of the eyes or orbits, or other treatments as appropriate for the underlying condition. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Hypertelorism]] | * [[Hypertelorism]] | ||
* [[Telecanthus]] | * [[Telecanthus]] | ||
[[Category:Congenital disorders]] | [[Category:Congenital disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Genetic disorders]] | [[Category:Genetic disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Syndromes]] | [[Category:Syndromes]] | ||
{{Medicine-stub}} | {{Medicine-stub}} | ||
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| Hypotelorism | |
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| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Decreased distance between the eyes |
| Complications | |
| Onset | Congenital |
| Duration | Lifelong |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic disorders, chromosomal abnormalities |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, imaging studies |
| Differential diagnosis | Hypertelorism, craniosynostosis |
| Prevention | |
| Treatment | Surgical intervention |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying cause |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Hypotelorism is a medical condition characterized by a decreased distance between two organs or bodily features. In the context of craniofacial abnormalities, hypotelorism refers to the reduced distance between the eyes or orbits. This condition is often associated with various genetic disorders and syndromes.
Causes[edit]
Hypotelorism is often a symptom of a broader genetic disorder or syndrome. It can be associated with conditions such as Holoprosencephaly, a disorder characterized by the failure of the forebrain to develop properly, and Smith-Lemli-Opitz syndrome, a developmental disorder that affects multiple parts of the body.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of hypotelorism is typically made through a physical examination and imaging studies such as CT scans or MRI. Genetic testing may also be performed to identify any underlying genetic disorders or syndromes.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for hypotelorism is typically focused on managing the underlying condition and improving the individual's quality of life. This may involve surgery to correct the positioning of the eyes or orbits, or other treatments as appropriate for the underlying condition.
See also[edit]
