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MALFORMATION OF EYE,
EAR, FACE AND NECK
INTRODUCTION
Congenital ptosis
A drooping eyelid is called ptosis or blepharoptosis.
In ptosis, the upper eyelid falls to a position that is
lower than normal. Severe ptosis may cover part or
all of the pupil and interfere with vision, resulting
in amblyopia.
Ptosis can affect one eye or both eyes. Ptosis may be
present at birth, or may be acquired later in life.
CONGENITAL ECTROPION