Question

Which of the following describes the eye characteristics in Down's syndrome?

Options

• Eyes that slant up and out with epicanthic skin folds

• Small, deep-set eyes without epicanthic folds

• Eyes that slant downward with thick epicanthic folds

• Widely spaced eyes with downward gaze

Answer 1

Individuals with Down's syndrome typically have eyes that slant upward and outward, combined with epicanthic skin folds (skin folds at the inner corner of the eyes). These distinctive eye features are characteristic facial traits used in clinical diagnosis of the condition.