Current and Future Perspectives in Craniosynostosis.
10.3340/jkns.2016.59.3.247
- Author:
Seok Gu KANG
1
;
Joon Ki KANG
Author Information
1. Department of Neurosurgery, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Craniosynostosis;
Neurosurgery;
Pediatric
- MeSH:
Clinical Protocols;
Craniosynostoses*;
Neurosurgery;
Sutures
- From:Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
2016;59(3):247-249
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Craniosynostosis has a varied clinical spectrum, ranging from isolated single suture involvement to multi-sutural fusions. Greater understanding of the pathogenesis of craniosynostosis has led to the development of practical treatment protocols. Three stages of growth have determined the approach to managing craniosynostosis : the early period, up to 12 months; the intermediate period, from 1 to 10 years; and the late period, beginning at 10 years. This review discusses current surgical management and future perspectives in craniosynostosis.
