Management of an unusual presentation of Ascher syndrome

J Craniofac Surg. 2012 Nov;23(6):e570-1. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0b013e31825dabec.

Abstract

Ascher syndrome is defined by the association between double lip, blepharochalasis, and nontoxic goiter. Because it is a rare disease, it is most often misdiagnosed, despite its implications for quality of life. We report a variation of an incomplete type of Ascher syndrome affecting the upper lip, upper eyelids, and lateral canthi of a young male patient. The surgical management, follow-up, and a brief overview of the syndrome are described. The results presented show an aesthetic and functional improvement of the facial deformities.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Craniofacial Abnormalities / diagnosis*
  • Craniofacial Abnormalities / surgery*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Eyelids / abnormalities*
  • Eyelids / surgery
  • Humans
  • Lip / abnormalities*
  • Lip / surgery
  • Male
  • Young Adult

Supplementary concepts

  • Blepharochalasis And Double Lip