Craniofacial syndromes and surgery

Plast Reconstr Surg. 2013 Jan;131(1):86e-109e. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0b013e318272c12b.

Abstract

Learning objectives: After studying this article, the participant should be able to: (1) Understand craniofacial dysmorphology and identify basic pediatric craniofacial syndromes. (2) Understand the functional concerns associated with these syndromes. (3) Achieve familiarity with the management protocols for the treatment of pediatric craniofacial syndromes.

Summary: This article provides an overview of the diagnosis and management of infants and children with craniofacial syndromes. Treatment protocols from The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, Washington, are highlighted.

Publication types

  • Review
  • Video-Audio Media

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Clinical Protocols
  • Craniofacial Dysostosis / diagnosis
  • Craniofacial Dysostosis / genetics
  • Craniofacial Dysostosis / physiopathology
  • Craniofacial Dysostosis / surgery*
  • Craniosynostoses / diagnosis
  • Craniosynostoses / genetics
  • Craniosynostoses / physiopathology
  • Craniosynostoses / surgery*
  • Genetic Markers
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Orthopedic Procedures / methods*
  • Syndrome

Substances

  • Genetic Markers