Rare case of Parry-Romberg Syndrome (Hemi facial atrophy)

Authors

B.M. Karmacharya Department of Medicine, Dhulikhel Hospital, Dhulikhel, Nepal
R.M Karmacharya arogya Aspataal, Naya Naikap, Kathmandu, Nepal

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https://doi.org/10.59779/jiomnepal.376

Keywords:

Hemi facial atrophy, Parry Romberg Syndrome

Abstract

Parry-Romberg syndrome is a rare syndrome that is more common in females. It is characterized by gradual onset and progressive atrophy of one half of face causing considerable disfigurement, blindness and orthodontic problems. The etiology and treatment has not been clarified yet 1 . We report a case of this rare syndrome.

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2009-04-30

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Vol. 31 No. 1 (2009): Journal of Institute of Medicine

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Case Reports

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