epicanthic fold

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ep·i·can·thic fold (

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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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