Oculoplasty · Ptosis

Blepharophimosis-Ptosis-Epicanthus Inversus Syndrome.

Blepharophimosis syndrome (BPES), which stands for blepharophimosis, ptosis, epicanthus inverse syndrome, is a rare genetic disorder primarily affecting eyelid development, resulting in a distinct facial appearance. The syndrome is characterized by: Telecanthus: Increased distance between the inner corners of the eyes Ptosis: Drooping of the upper eyelid Epicanthus inversus: Upward fold of skin near the inner corner of the eye BPES is classified into 2 types.The 4 traditional clinical signs—telecanthus, epicanthus inversus, ptosis, and blepharophimosis—are present in every form. Type I is linked to early ovarian failure. Only the traditional facial traits define type II.

SSContributed byDr. Somiya SiddiquiResident, VDGMC Latur

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