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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Scaphocephaly | |||
| image = [[File:Scaphocephalic_cranium.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Scaphocephalic cranium | |||
| field = [[Neurosurgery]], [[Pediatrics]] | |||
| synonyms = Dolichocephaly | |||
| symptoms = [[Elongated head]], [[narrow skull]], [[frontal bossing]] | |||
| complications = [[Intracranial pressure]], [[developmental delay]] | |||
| onset = [[Infancy]] | |||
| duration = Lifelong | |||
| causes = [[Premature closure of the sagittal suture]] | |||
| risks = [[Genetic factors]], [[environmental factors]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[imaging studies]] | |||
| differential = [[Positional plagiocephaly]], [[other craniosynostosis types]] | |||
| treatment = [[Surgery]], [[helmet therapy]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = 1 in 2,000 live births | |||
}} | |||
[[File:Dolichocéphalie a 10 ans.jpg|Dolichocephaly at 10 years|thumb|left]] | |||
[[File:Shuttleworth Potts Plate VII (1).jpg|Shuttleworth Potts Plate VII|thumb]] | |||
[[File:Various types 2 (detail E, sphenocephalus).jpg|Various types detail E, sphenocephalus|thumb|left]] | |||
'''Scaphocephaly''' is a medical condition characterized by the elongation of the [[head]] due to the premature fusion of the [[sagittal suture]], the fibrous joint that runs along the top of the [[skull]]. This condition is a type of [[craniosynostosis]], a group of conditions characterized by the premature fusion of the skull bones. | '''Scaphocephaly''' is a medical condition characterized by the elongation of the [[head]] due to the premature fusion of the [[sagittal suture]], the fibrous joint that runs along the top of the [[skull]]. This condition is a type of [[craniosynostosis]], a group of conditions characterized by the premature fusion of the skull bones. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Scaphocephaly is typically caused by the premature fusion of the sagittal suture. This can occur as a result of genetic factors, such as mutations in the [[FGFR2]] and [[TWIST1]] genes, or due to environmental factors, such as pressure on the skull in the womb or during birth. | Scaphocephaly is typically caused by the premature fusion of the sagittal suture. This can occur as a result of genetic factors, such as mutations in the [[FGFR2]] and [[TWIST1]] genes, or due to environmental factors, such as pressure on the skull in the womb or during birth. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The primary symptom of scaphocephaly is an abnormally long and narrow head. Other symptoms can include developmental delays, learning difficulties, and in severe cases, increased pressure on the brain leading to seizures and other neurological problems. | The primary symptom of scaphocephaly is an abnormally long and narrow head. Other symptoms can include developmental delays, learning difficulties, and in severe cases, increased pressure on the brain leading to seizures and other neurological problems. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Scaphocephaly is typically diagnosed through a physical examination and imaging tests, such as [[X-ray]]s or [[computed tomography]] (CT) scans. Genetic testing may also be performed to identify any underlying genetic causes. | Scaphocephaly is typically diagnosed through a physical examination and imaging tests, such as [[X-ray]]s or [[computed tomography]] (CT) scans. Genetic testing may also be performed to identify any underlying genetic causes. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for scaphocephaly typically involves surgery to separate the fused skull bones and allow for normal growth. This is usually performed in the first year of life. In some cases, nonsurgical treatments such as helmet therapy may be used. | Treatment for scaphocephaly typically involves surgery to separate the fused skull bones and allow for normal growth. This is usually performed in the first year of life. In some cases, nonsurgical treatments such as helmet therapy may be used. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Craniosynostosis]] | * [[Craniosynostosis]] | ||
* [[Plagiocephaly]] | * [[Plagiocephaly]] | ||
* [[Brachycephaly]] | * [[Brachycephaly]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Pediatrics]] | [[Category:Pediatrics]] | ||
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[[Category:Genetic disorders]] | [[Category:Genetic disorders]] | ||
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| Scaphocephaly | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | Dolichocephaly |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Elongated head, narrow skull, frontal bossing |
| Complications | Intracranial pressure, developmental delay |
| Onset | Infancy |
| Duration | Lifelong |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Premature closure of the sagittal suture |
| Risks | Genetic factors, environmental factors |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, imaging studies |
| Differential diagnosis | Positional plagiocephaly, other craniosynostosis types |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Surgery, helmet therapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | 1 in 2,000 live births |
| Deaths | N/A |
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Scaphocephaly is a medical condition characterized by the elongation of the head due to the premature fusion of the sagittal suture, the fibrous joint that runs along the top of the skull. This condition is a type of craniosynostosis, a group of conditions characterized by the premature fusion of the skull bones.
Causes[edit]
Scaphocephaly is typically caused by the premature fusion of the sagittal suture. This can occur as a result of genetic factors, such as mutations in the FGFR2 and TWIST1 genes, or due to environmental factors, such as pressure on the skull in the womb or during birth.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of scaphocephaly is an abnormally long and narrow head. Other symptoms can include developmental delays, learning difficulties, and in severe cases, increased pressure on the brain leading to seizures and other neurological problems.
Diagnosis[edit]
Scaphocephaly is typically diagnosed through a physical examination and imaging tests, such as X-rays or computed tomography (CT) scans. Genetic testing may also be performed to identify any underlying genetic causes.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for scaphocephaly typically involves surgery to separate the fused skull bones and allow for normal growth. This is usually performed in the first year of life. In some cases, nonsurgical treatments such as helmet therapy may be used.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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