Craniosynostosis
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Premature closure of the sutures, known as craniosynostosis, is a condition in which one or more of the flexible joints between the bones of a baby's skull fuse ahead of time, which can influence the shape of the head as the brain grows.
Possible signs: An irregular skull shape, a hard ridge along a suture, or changes in the contour of the head may be noticed during the first months of life.
When to consult? An evaluation is reasonable when an unusual head shape or atypical skull growth is observed in the baby.
Which specialist treats it? Its evaluation falls to the neurosurgeon, with the pediatrician following up on development. If you observe changes in the shape of your baby's head, raising it at a visit makes proper guidance possible.
Data on 122 doctors who treat craniosynostosis
Which specialist treats craniosynostosis?
Premature closure of the skull sutures in infants is managed by a pediatrician, who may refer to a neurosurgeon to assess whether surgical treatment is needed. You can book with a pediatrician near you.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in craniosynostosis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Frequently asked questions
What is craniosynostosis?
Premature closure of the sutures, known as craniosynostosis, is a condition in which one or more of the flexible joints between the bones of a baby's skull fuse ahead of time, which can influence the shape of the head as the brain grows.
Which doctor treats craniosynostosis?
Premature closure of the skull sutures in infants is managed by a pediatrician, who may refer to a neurosurgeon to assess whether surgical treatment is needed. You can book with a pediatrician near you.