Aprosencephaly With Open Cranium
Aprosencephaly with open cranium is a very rare and serious congenital malformation in which the front portion of the brain does not develop properly and is accompanied by a defect in the closure of the bones of the skull.
What it involves: It is a developmental disorder that occurs in the very early stages of the formation of the nervous system during pregnancy.
Context: Because of its nature, it is usually identified on prenatal studies or at the time of birth, and it is part of the group of neural tube and brain development defects.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician, in coordination with specialists in neurology, takes part in the evaluation and the support of the family. With findings of this type, follow-up with professionals is essential to guide the parents.
Specialties that treat aprosencephaly with open cranium
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in aprosencephaly with open cranium
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dr. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Jose Luis Balanzar Serna
Dr. Alfonso Corona Tellez
Dr. Rodriguez Francisco Herrera
Dr. Román Pineda Abarca
Dr. Escandon Hector Calles
Dr. Roberto Moreno Paez
Dr. Francisco Alvarado Alemán
Dr. Jesús Isidro Pinzón Sánchez
Dr. Elizabeth Solano Pareja
Dr. Victor Tapia Alfaro
Dr. Julio Fraire Calleros
Dr. Gabriela Juárez Domínguez
Dr. Maria Eugenia Chang Gonzalez
Dr. Edgar Sanchez-Uribe
Frequently asked questions
What is aprosencephaly with open cranium?
Aprosencephaly with open cranium is a very rare and serious congenital malformation in which the front portion of the brain does not develop properly and is accompanied by a defect in the closure of the bones of the skull.
Which doctor treats aprosencephaly with open cranium?
Aprosencephaly With Open Cranium is usually treated by specialists in pediatrician.