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Case Studies | Dental Science | India | Volume 6 Issue 2, February 2017 | Popularity: 6.6 / 10
Moebius Syndrome: Oromandibular-limb Hypogenesis Spectrum - A Case Report
Dibin R, Bobby John, Annapoorani, Abin Ann Abraham
Abstract: Moebius syndrome is one of the rare disorders amongst the disorders of oromandibular limb hypogenesis with congenital non progressive bilateral or unilateral, complete or partial paralysis of the 6th and 7th cranial nerves. Occasionally, the V, X, XI, and XI1 cranial nerves are involved, resulting in difficulty of chewing, swallowing, and coughing, which often leads to respiratory complications. It is of unknown etiology with sporadic occurrence. This case report illustrates clinical features and dental abnormalities in a rare case of Moebius syndrome
Keywords: Moebius syndrome, Congenital facial diplegia syndrome, Congenital oculofacial paralysis, Mobius syndrome, congenital facial nerve palsy
Edition: Volume 6 Issue 2, February 2017
Pages: 963 - 966
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