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Fusion of two eyelids by thin tags is called-

A
Ankyloblepharon filiforme adnatum
B
Euryblepharon
C
Ablepharon
D
Epiblepharon
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Ankyloblepharon filiforme adnatum * In ankyloblepharon filiforme adnatum the upper and lower eyelids are joined by thin tags; most cases are sporadic. Treatment involves transection with scissors; anaesthesia is not required.* Ablepharon consists of deficiency of the anterior lamellae of the eyelids; treatment involves reconstructive skin grafting.* Euryblepharon refers to horizontal enlargement of the palpebral fissure with associated lateral canthal malposition and lateral ectropion; lagophthalmos and exposure keratopathy may result.* Epiblepharon comprises an extra horizontal fold of skin stretching across the anterior lid margin; it is very common in individuals of Eastern Asian ethnicity.

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