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Cyclopian monster with anophthalmos

L Taustine, T A Makley

    Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology
    |September 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study presents rare cases of cyclopia, a congenital condition characterized by a single eye socket. These abnormalities stem from abnormal development of the forebrain (prosencephalon).

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    Area of Science:

    • Developmental biology
    • Human genetics
    • Teratology

    Background:

    • Cyclopia is a severe congenital anomaly characterized by the failure of the prosencephalon (forebrain) to properly divide.
    • It is often associated with holoprosencephaly, a spectrum of brain malformations.

    Observation:

    • This report details two rare cases of cyclopia: one with anophthalmos (absence of eyes) and another with synophthalmos (fused eyes).
    • Both cases exhibited significant craniofacial and central nervous system abnormalities.

    Findings:

    • The observed abnormalities underscore the critical role of prosencephalon development in facial and brain formation.
    • These malformations result from disruptions in early embryonic signaling pathways governing forebrain patterning.

    Implications:

    • Understanding the genetic and molecular basis of cyclopia can inform genetic counseling and prenatal diagnostics.
    • Further research into prosencephalon development may reveal therapeutic targets for related congenital disorders.

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