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¹Department of Ophthalmology, Hospital for Sick Children, London, United Kingdom.

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|May 1, 1990

Summary

This study details an infant with Fraser Syndrome and bilateral complete cryptophthalmos, finding a functional visual pathway despite the condition. Surgical reconstruction was deemed unsuitable due to anatomical challenges and risks.

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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Clinical Genetics
Pediatric Medicine

Background:

Fraser Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder associated with congenital anomalies.
Cryptophthalmos, a key feature, involves the absence of eyelids and fusion of the skin to the eyeball.
Bilateral complete cryptophthalmos presents significant challenges in infant care and visual assessment.

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