Learn About Brown Syndrome

What is the definition of Brown Syndrome?
Brown syndrome is an eye disorder characterized by abnormalities in the eye's ability to move. Specifically, the ability to look up and in is affected by a problem in the superior oblique muscle/tendon. The condition may be present at birth (congenital) or it may develop following surgery or as a result of inflammation or a problem with development. Some cases are constant while other are intermittent.
What are the alternative names for Brown Syndrome?
  • Brown syndrome
  • Superior Oblique Tendon Sheath syndrome
  • Tendon Sheath Adherence, Superior Oblique
Who are the top Brown Syndrome Local Doctors?
Sharon F. Freedman
Elite in Brown Syndrome
Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
Elite in Brown Syndrome
Ophthalmology | Pediatrics

Duke Eye Center

2351 Erwin Rd, 
Durham, NC 
Languages Spoken:
English, French
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Sharon Freedman is an Ophthalmologist and a Pediatrics provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Freedman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brown Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Retinopathy of Prematurity, Strabismus, Brown Syndrome, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Freedman is currently accepting new patients.

Matthias D. Brendel
Elite in Brown Syndrome
Elite in Brown Syndrome
Munich, BY, DE 

Matthias Brendel practices in Munich, Germany. Mr. Brendel is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Brown Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical, Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia, and Brown Syndrome.

 
 
 
 
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Carol L. Shields
Elite in Brown Syndrome
Ophthalmology
Elite in Brown Syndrome
Ophthalmology

Shields And Shields PC

840 Walnut St, Fl 14, 
Philadelphia, PA 
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

Carol Shields is an Ophthalmologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shields is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brown Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Retinoblastoma, Melanoma of the Eye, Uveal Melanoma, Vitrectomy, and Iridectomy.

What are the latest Brown Syndrome Clinical Trials?
A Molecular Anatomic Imaging Analysis of Tau in Progressive Supranuclear Palsy

Summary: This study is designed to learn more about overall tau burden in the brain of patients with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP).

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Genetic Studies of Strabismus, Nystagmus, and Associated Disorders

Summary: Strabismus (misalignment of the eyes) often runs in families. In this study, the investigators are looking for genetic variants associated with strabismus and nystagmus. Three types of subects will be enrolled: (1) Families with at least 3 members with strabismus, (2) individuals with infantile esotropia and their parents and siblings, and (3) individuals with infantile nystagmus and their parents...

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center