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

Authors

  • BM Karmacharya Department of Medicine, Dhulikhel Hospital, Dhulikhel, Nepal, Aarogya Aspataal, Naya Naikap, Kathmandu, Nepal
  • RM Karmacharya Department of Medicine, Dhulikhel Hospital, Dhulikhel, Nepal, Aarogya Aspataal, Naya Naikap, Kathmandu, Nepal

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. We report a case of this rare syndrome.

Key Words: Hemi facial atrophy, Parry-Romberg Syndrome  

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Journal of Institute of Medicine, April, 2009; 31:1 36-37

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Karmacharya, B., & Karmacharya, R. (2009). Rare case of Parry-Romberg Syndrome (Hemi facial atrophy). Journal of Institute of Medicine Nepal, 31(1), 36–37. Retrieved from https://www.nepjol.info/index.php/JIOM/article/view/2360

Issue

Vol. 31 No. 1 (2009)

Section

Case Reports

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