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Neonatal craniotabes.

G N Fox, M K Maier

    American Family Physician
    |December 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Craniotabes, a common finding in newborns, typically resolves within three months without intervention. This benign condition may stem from fetal head pressure or maternal vitamin D and calcium metabolism issues.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neonatal Medicine
    • Pediatric Physical Examination

    Background:

    • Craniotabes is a frequent, benign physical finding observed in newborn infants.
    • It is characterized by softening of the skull bones, particularly the parietal and frontal bones.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the clinical characteristics and natural history of craniotabes in newborns.
    • To identify potential etiological factors associated with craniotabes.

    Main Methods:

    • The study involved a review of clinical findings in a cohort of newborn infants presenting with craniotabes.
    • Physical examination and historical data were analyzed to assess the condition's prevalence and resolution patterns.

    Main Results:

    • Craniotabes is a common, benign finding that resolves spontaneously by two to three months of age.

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  • No further investigation is typically required if the infant's history and physical examination are otherwise normal.
  • Potential contributing factors include pressure from early fetal head engagement or maternal calcium and vitamin D metabolism variations.

    • Conclusions:

    • Craniotabes is a transient and harmless condition in neonates.
    • Management involves observation, with spontaneous resolution expected.
    • Etiology may involve mechanical pressure or maternal metabolic factors.