Article
Facial Dysmorphism Across the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum
26 Feb 2013
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: Classic facial characteristics of fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) are shortened palpebral fissures, smooth philtrum, and thin upper vermillion. We aim to help pediatricians detect facial dysmorphism across the fetal alcohol spectrum, especially among nonsyndromal heavily exposed (HE) individuals without classic facial characteristics. METHODS: Of 192 Cape Coloured children recruited, 69 were born to women...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
