Elfin facies explained

Elfin (Elven) facies is the form of facies in which the patient has facial characteristics like those traditionally associated with elves. It is characterized by a prominent forehead, widely spaced eyes, an upturned nose, an underdeveloped mandible, dental hypoplasia, and patulous lips.[1]

It can be associated with Williams syndrome and Donohue syndrome (leprechaunism).[2] [3]

Notes and References

  1. Book: K.G, Mathew. Medicine: Prep Manual for Undergraduates, 3/e. 2 November 2018. Elsevier India. 9788131211540. Google Books.
  2. Book: Plumridge . Diane M. . Bennett . Robin . Dinno . Nuhad . Branson . Cynthia . THE STUDENT WITH A GENETIC DISORDER: Educational Implications for Special Education Teachers and for Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech Pathologists . 1993 . Charles C Thomas Publisher . 9780398082185 . 2 November 2018 . en.
  3. Web site: Dorlands Medical Dictionary:elfin facies .

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