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Severe ectropion in lamellar ichthyosis managed medically with oral acitretin.

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Abstract
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Congenital ectropion is commonly associated with lamellar ichthyosis. Severe eyelid ectropion may cause corneal exposure, keratopathy, and permanent corneal scarring. We report a neonate with severe, bilateral, congenital ectropion and eclabium managed using oral retinoids. Both corneas were protected with topical antibiotics and lubricating eyedrops and eye ointments. At 12-month follow-up, the child was doing well, with no ectropion or corneal opacity.

Year of Publication
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2018
Journal
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Pediatric dermatology
Date Published
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2018
ISSN Number
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0736-8046
URL
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http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/pde.13410
DOI
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10.1111/pde.13410
Short Title
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Pediatr Dermatol
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