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Case Reports
. 1979 Nov-Dec;16(6):349-54.
doi: 10.3928/0191-3913-19791101-04.

Absence of the superior rectus muscle in Apert's syndrome

J M Cuttone, P T Brazis, M T Miller, E R Folk
Case Reports

Absence of the superior rectus muscle in Apert's syndrome

J M Cuttone et al. J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus. 1979 Nov-Dec.

Abstract

A patient with classical Apert's syndrome is discussed along with the finding of absent superior rectus muscle. This anomaly may be more common than thought, especially in relation to craniofacial anomalies. A review of Apert's syndrome and superior rectus agenesis is presented.

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