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title: Crouzon syndrome
description: "Crouzon syndrome is a genetic craniosynostosis disorder where skull sutures fuse too early. This affects facial growth and can have significant eye implications. ## Ocular and craniofacial features Abnormal bone development leads to shallow orbits and midface hypoplasia. - Proptosis,…"
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updated: "2025-12-16"
category: "Conditions & Diseases"
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# Crouzon syndrome

Crouzon syndrome is a genetic craniosynostosis disorder where skull sutures fuse too early. This affects facial growth and can have significant eye implications.

## Ocular and craniofacial features

Abnormal bone development leads to shallow orbits and midface hypoplasia.

- Proptosis, exposure keratopathy, and strabismus
- Optic nerve compression and raised intracranial pressure in some cases
- Characteristic facial appearance with beaked nose and high forehead
- FGFR2 gene mutations are commonly involved

## Management

Treatment is multidisciplinary and begins in childhood.

- Cranial vault and midface surgery to relieve pressure and protect the eyes
- Ophthalmic management of exposure, refractive error, and squint
- Monitoring for amblyopia and optic neuropathy
- Genetic counselling and psychological support for families