Goldenhar Sindrome: clinical manifestation and literature review

Abstract

Goldenhar syndrome is a rare condition whose etiology has not yet been established, is part of the anomalies of the first and second branchial arch, characterized by a variety of abnormalities involving craniofacial structures, vertebrae, internal organs and usually occurs unilaterally.

The following describes the case of a neonate with hemifacial microsomy, microtia, preauricular appendix and hypoplasia of the auricular pavilion. The various aspects of this rare disease have been discussed with emphasis on timely diagnosis and the multidisciplinary approach to managing it.