Craniosynostosis
Craniosynostosis: Introduction
Craniosynostosis:
Craniosynostosis is a congenital anomaly
characterized by premature closure—before the completion of brain
growth—of one or more cranial ... more about Craniosynostosis.
Craniosynostosis: A defect involving the fusion of one or more bones in the skull before it has finished growing which affects the head size and shape and can affect the growth of the brain. The defect is often associated with other conditions. Symptoms are determined by which skull bones are prematurely fused.
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Symptoms of Craniosynostosis
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Prognosis for Craniosynostosis
Prognosis for Craniosynostosis:
Prognosis for craniosynostosis varies depending on
whether single or multiple sutures are involved and the presence of
associated abnormalities. Prognosis is better for those with single suture
involvement and no associated abnormalities.
(Source: excerpt from NINDS Craniosynostosis Information Page: NINDS)
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Article Excerpts about Craniosynostosis
Craniosynostosis is a congenital anomaly
characterized by premature closure—before the completion of brain
growth—of one or more cranial sutures (the fibrous joints between the
bones of the skull). The disorder results in an abnormality of the shape
of the skull.
(Source: excerpt from NINDS Craniosynostosis Information Page: NINDS)
Definitions of Craniosynostosis:
Premature closure of one or more sutures of the skull.
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