Periorbital region

Morphologic features of the periorbital region may provide clues to underlying neurodevelopmental conditions. Select a feature below to explore associated conditions recognized to present with psychiatric manifestations.

Anatomy of the periorbital region

Image credit: R. Hennekam, M.D.; National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), Elements of Morphology.

Periorbital region morphologic features
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Widely spaced eyes
Telecanthus
Epicanthus
Short palpebral fissure
Downslanted palpebral fissure
Upslanted palpebral fissure
Almond-shaped palpebral fissure
Proptosis
Deeply set eyes
Ptosis
Fullness of eyelids
Ectropion
Synophrys
Long eyelashes