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epicanthic fold

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ep·i·can·thic fold (p-knthk)
n.
A fold of skin of the upper eyelid that partially covers the inner corner of the eye. Also called epicanthus, palpebronasal fold.
epicanthic fold (ep´ikan´thik),
n a characteristic crease in the eyelid; seen in persons with Down syndrome.


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