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Cherubism.

P A Marck1, W H Kudryk

  • 1Department of Surgery, University of Alberta, Walter MacKenzie Health Sciences Centre, Edmonton, Canada.

The Journal of Otolaryngology
|April 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary
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Cherubism, a rare genetic disorder, causes jaw swelling and a distinctive facial appearance. Surgical interventions improved facial contour and vision in a 19-year-old male with severe orbital compression.

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Area of Science:

  • Genetics
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Ophthalmology

Background:

  • Cherubism is a rare, inherited fibro-osseous disorder affecting the jaws.
  • It leads to characteristic facial deformities, often diagnosed in early childhood.
  • The condition presents with bilateral, symmetrical enlargement of the jawbones.

Observation:

  • A case study of a 19-year-old male with cherubism is presented.
  • The patient experienced severe orbital compression, leading to diplopia (double vision).
  • Facial deformities and dental anomalies were noted from a young age.

Findings:

  • The patient underwent surgical correction for jaw contouring at age 14.
  • Subciliary orbital decompression surgery was performed to address orbital compression.

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  • The surgical interventions resulted in significant improvement in facial appearance and visual function.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights the potential for cherubism to cause severe orbital complications.
    • Surgical management can effectively address both cosmetic and functional deficits associated with cherubism.
    • Early diagnosis and multidisciplinary treatment are crucial for managing this rare condition.