Journal of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology
Open Access
ISSN: 2155-9570
ISSN: 2155-9570
Rahul Krishnamurthy
Dr.D.Y.patil Medical College, India
Scientific Tracks Abstracts: J Clin Exp Ophthalmol
Goldenhar Syndrome, also known as oculo-auriculo-vertebral (OAV) spectrum, is a rare congenital condition characterized by craniofacial anomalies, including facial asymmetry, ear abnormalities, and vertebral defects. This case report details an 8-year-old male patient, deaf and mute, who presented to the ophthalmology outpatient department with a corneal ulcer in his right eye and a limbal dermoid in his left eye. The patient had a history of cleft lip and cleft palate surgery in childhood and exhibited ear anomalies. This report aims to highlight the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of Goldenhar syndrome in this patient. Keywords: Goldenhar Syndrome, oculo-auriculo-vertebral spectrum, craniofacial anomalies, corneal ulcer, limbal dermoid, congenital ear anomalies, cleft lip and palate.
Rahul Krishnamurthy currently pursuing postgraduation in ophthalmology in Dr.D.Y.patil Medical College, Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India. Have completed medical graduation ( MBBS) from Manipal University, Karnataka, India.