Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 13, 2026

Assessment of Child Anthropometry in a Large Epidemiologic Study
09:36

Assessment of Child Anthropometry in a Large Epidemiologic Study

Published on: February 2, 2017

Epiblepharon related to high body mass index in Korean children

Hee Bae Ahn1, Jang Won Seo, Jae Ho Yoo

  • 1Departments of Ophthalmology, College of Medicine, Dong-A University, Busan, Korea.

Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
|May 5, 2010
PubMed

Insights

Epiblepharon, a common eyelid issue in Asian children, is linked to higher body mass index in obese Korean girls aged 12-15. This study evaluated clinical signs and BMI correlations.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Pediatric Ophthalmology
  • Clinical Research

Background:

  • Epiblepharon is a frequent eyelid malformation in Asian pediatric populations.
  • Understanding its clinical features and associated factors is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the clinical manifestations of epiblepharon in Korean children.
  • To determine the relationship between epiblepharon and body mass index (BMI) in this demographic.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective case-control study involving 223 children (6-15 years) treated for epiblepharon.
  • Comparison with an age-matched control group of 264 children.
  • Data collection included age, sex, weight, height, and recurrence rates.

Main Results:

  • The most common complaints were ocular discomfort, eye rubbing, and visual disturbances.
  • Obese Korean girls aged 12-15 years showed a significantly higher BMI compared to controls (P < .05).
  • A significant correlation was found between epiblepharon incidence, aging, and obesity in girls (P < .05).

Conclusions:

  • Epiblepharon is a prevalent eyelid abnormality in Asian children.
  • Obesity is a significant risk factor for symptomatic epiblepharon in Korean girls aged 12-15 years.
Abstract

More Related Videos

Scanning Skeletal Remains for Bone Mineral Density in Forensic Contexts07:56

Scanning Skeletal Remains for Bone Mineral Density in Forensic Contexts

Published on: January 29, 2018

Clinical Anthropometrics and Body Composition from 3-Dimensional Optical Imaging06:48

Clinical Anthropometrics and Body Composition from 3-Dimensional Optical Imaging

Published on: June 7, 2024

Related Concept Videos

Obesity01:24

Obesity

The Body Mass Index (BMI) is a numerical value derived from a person's weight and height, used to categorize individuals into weight ranges. It is calculated using the formula: weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared. Obesity is a health condition characterized by excessive accumulation of adipose tissue that poses health risks, often diagnosed with a BMI ≥ 30. This excess fat storage occurs when surplus dietary calories are converted into triglycerides and stored in adipocytes...
Drug Dosing: Obese Patients01:21

Drug Dosing: Obese Patients

In the United States, obesity is a prominent concern. It is linked to heightened mortality rates due to increased occurrences of conditions such as hypertension, atherosclerosis, coronary artery disease, and diabetes compared to nonobese individuals. A patient is classified as obese if their actual body weight surpasses the ideal or desirable body weight by 20%, based on Metropolitan Life Insurance Company data. Ideal body weights consider average weights and heights for males and females...
Pharmacokinetics in Pediatric Patients: Overview and Drug Absorption01:23

Pharmacokinetics in Pediatric Patients: Overview and Drug Absorption

Understanding the physiological differences in the pediatric population is crucial for effective pharmacotherapy. Neonates, infants, and children exhibit significant variations in gastric pH, gastric emptying time, intestinal transit time, and biliary function. These variations profoundly affect oral drug absorption, necessitating a nuanced approach to pediatric dosing.Neonates present with a unique physiological profile, having a gastric pH greater than 4 and faster and more irregular gastric...
Bulimia Nervosa01:30

Bulimia Nervosa

Bulimia nervosa is a complex and severe eating disorder characterized by a cyclical pattern of binge-and-purge eating pattern. It generally involves an episode of binge eating, followed by compensatory behaviors such as vomiting, excessive exercise, laxative use, or fasting, to prevent weight gain. Despite often maintaining a normal weight, individuals with bulimia are intensely preoccupied with their body image and harbor an overwhelming fear of gaining weight. This can contribute to the...
Signs of Puberty01:27

Signs of Puberty

Puberty is a critical phase, typically beginning between the ages of 8 and 13 in girls and 9 and 14 in boys, though timing can vary based on genetics, environmental factors, and overall health. This period is characterized by the development of secondary sexual characteristics and the attainment of reproductive potential. Endocrine changes underpin puberty, with hormonal surges of Luteinizing Hormone (LH) and Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) instigated by Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone (GnRH)...
Pharmacokinetics in Pediatric Patients: Drug Distribution01:17

Pharmacokinetics in Pediatric Patients: Drug Distribution

Drug distribution in the pediatric population exhibits unique challenges and considerations due to the physiological differences between children, particularly neonates and infants, and adults. A crucial aspect of pediatric pharmacology is understanding how these differences impact the pharmacokinetics of various drugs, necessitating age-specific dosing strategies to ensure efficacy and safety.Neonates and infants have a higher total body water content, ~75%–90% of their body weight, compared...