An epicanthic fold, epicanthal fold, or epicanthus is a skin fold of the upper eyelid (from the nose to the inner side of the eyebrow) covering the inner...
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The presence of an epicanthal fold is normal in people of Asiatic descent. An epicanthal fold is also common in children with Down syndrome. Epicanthal folds may also be seen in young children of any race before the bridge of the nose begins to elevate...
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Epicanthal folds - Overview, An epicanthal fold is skin of the upper eyelid -- from the nose to the inner side of the eyebrow -- that covers the inner corner (canthus) of the eye. Definition of Epicanthal folds:
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How to Identify Epicanthal Folds. Epicanthal folds are a common facial feature of persons of Asian descent. Many infants exhibit this feature as well,
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Encyclopedia: Epicanthal fold
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An epicanthal fold, epicanthic fold, or epicanthus is a skin fold of the upper eyelid (from the nose to the inner side of the eyebrow) covering the inner corner (medial canthus) of the human eye. Th...
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Epicanthal fold in the Asian eyelid Epicanthal Folds in Occidental Child and Adult of Mixed Heritage Terminology used to describe the anatomic variations in the epicanthal folds is confusing and of limited clinical relevance. It is more helpful to speak of the fold as minimal, moderate, or prominent.
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Updated by: Neil K. Kaneshiro, MD, MHA, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, The epicanthal fold is the skin fold of the upper eyelid covering the inner corner of the eye, most usually seen in people of Asiatic descent.
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Epicanthal folds may be normal for people of Asiatic descent and some non-Asian infants. However, it may also be due to certain medical conditions, including: Medical history questions documenting epicanthal folds in detail may include the following:
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Article about Epicanthal folds. Includes illustrations and topical information provided by ADAM and Drugs.com. Epicanthal folds may be normal for people of Asiatic descent and some non-Asian infants. However, it may also be due to certain medical conditions, including:
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