Acheilia
Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.
Summary
Acheilia is a congenital condition characterized by the absence of the lips. It is typically observed in conjunction with other facial deformities.
Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)
ACHEILIA (from the Greek a-negative particle, and cheilos-lip), congenital absence of the lips; it usually occurs in combination with other facial deformities.
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“Acheilia.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.pages.dev/article/acheilia/