Proboscis lateralis

Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2010 Jan;62(1):79-80. doi: 10.1007/s12070-010-0014-8. Epub 2010 Jun 4.

Abstract

Proboscis lateralis is a rare craniofacial malformation for which no embryological basis has been established. The condition presents with a tubular, nose like structure arising from the medial canthal area or orbit roof. We describe here such a case that was surgically treated.

Keywords: Congenital abnormality; Proboscis lateralis; Tubular nose.