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Asymmetric skull shapes: diagnostic and therapeutic consideration
1Department of Surgery, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT 06520, USA.
The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
|September 23, 2003
Summary
Plagiocephaly, an asymmetric skull shape, is increasingly diagnosed in infants following the "Back to Sleep Campaign." This review covers plagiocephaly diagnosis and treatment, distinguishing it from craniosynostosis.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric medicine
- Neurosurgery
- Developmental pediatrics
Background:
- The
Purpose of the Study:
- To review diagnostic and treatment strategies for plagiocephaly.
- To differentiate plagiocephaly from craniosynostosis.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of plagiocephaly and craniosynostosis.
Main Results:
- Plagiocephaly diagnosis and management options are presented.
- Craniosynostosis can mimic deformational plagiocephaly, requiring careful evaluation.
Conclusions:
- Accurate diagnosis is crucial for appropriate management of infant skull deformities.
- Distinguishing plagiocephaly from craniosynostosis is essential for effective treatment planning.