What are congenital malformations of the lids and eyes?

Also known as: congenital disorders of the eyes, congenital and developmental eyelid abnormalities, congenital anomalies of the eyes

Any problem with the eyes or eyelids that develops in a fetus while it’s still in the uterus is known as a congenital malformation of the lids and eyes. They can range from minor vision problems to severe deformities of the eyes or the surrounding facial structure, including small or missing eyeballs.

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Reviewed by: Zenia Aguilera, MD

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