otocephaly

/oʊtəˈsɛfəli/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare congenital anomaly in which the ears are joined together and the skull is misshapen.

“The child was born with otocephaly and underwent immediate surgery to correct the deformity.”

Synonyms

  • craniofacial anomaly
  • craniofacial dysmorphia

Antonyms

  • normal anatomy
  • typical development