Update of Diagnostic Evaluation of Craniosynostosis with a Focus on Pediatric Systematic Evaluation and Genetic Studies.
10.3340/jkns.2016.59.3.214
- Author:
Su Kyeong HWANG
1
;
Ki Su PARK
;
Seong Hyun PARK
;
Sung Kyoo HWANG
Author Information
1. Department of Pediatrics, Kyungpook National University Hospital, Daegu, Korea.
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Craniosynostosis;
Diagnosis;
Genetic
- MeSH:
Craniosynostoses*;
Diagnosis;
Humans
- From:Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
2016;59(3):214-218
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Most craniosynostoses are sporadic, but may have an underlying genetic basis. Secondary and syndromic craniosynostosis accompanies various systemic diseases or associated anomalies. Early detection of an associated disease may facilitate the interdisciplinary management of patients and improve outcomes. For that reason, systematic evaluation of craniosynostosis is mandatory. The authors reviewed systematic evaluation of craniosynostosis with an emphasis on genetic analysis.
