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Unicoronal synostotic plagiocephaly: surgical correction: Lille's technique
Philippe Pellerin1, Clotilde Calibre, Matthieu Vinchon
1French National Center for Rare Craniomaxillofacial Malformations, Lille University Hospital, Lille, France. philippe.pellerin@chru-lille.fr
Summary
This study introduces a novel surgical technique for unicornal synostotic plagiocephaly, improving facial symmetry by addressing ocular and vestibular verticality discrepancies. Preliminary results show significant positive outcomes in corrected patients.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Craniofacial Surgery
- Pediatric Plastic Surgery
Background:
- Long-term neuro-plastic surgical collaboration for unicornal synostotic plagiocephaly (125 cases over 35 years).
- Observed persistent facial asymmetry post-correction in some patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- Investigate the cause of persistent facial asymmetry.
- Develop and evaluate a new surgical procedure to correct ocular and vestibular verticality discrepancies.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of vestibular orientation data revealing discrepancies between ocular and vestibular verticality.
- Design and implementation of a novel surgical procedure targeting these discrepancies.
Main Results:
- Preliminary evaluation of 27 surgically treated cases.
- Pre- and post-operative CT scans demonstrate significant improvements in facial symmetry and surgical outcomes.
Conclusions:
- The novel surgical procedure effectively addresses ocular and vestibular verticality issues in unicornal synostotic plagiocephaly.
- Significant improvements observed in preliminary patient outcomes.
