Scaphocephaly
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Scaphocephaly is a form of craniosynostosis in which one of the sutures of the baby's skull closes prematurely, giving the head a long, narrow shape.
How it presents: The skull is longer than usual from front to back, with the forehead or the back somewhat prominent, features that are usually noticed in the first months of life.
When to seek care? If the parents notice an unusual head shape or a hardened suture, it is a good idea to mention it during the child's growth checkups.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician performs the first assessment of the baby's development and, when necessary, coordinates with other professionals; raising these observations helps clarify the picture in time.
Data on 8 doctors who treat scaphocephaly
Which specialist treats scaphocephaly?
Scaphocephaly is usually treated by specialists in pediatrician, pediatric urologist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in scaphocephaly
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Dr. Elideth Paniagua Anduiza
Dr. Christian Jonathan Villarreal Vidal
Dr. Nadia Soler Quiñones
Dr. Leslie Ramirez Angoa
Dr. Ximena Cortés Núñez
Dr. Paulina Arellano Álvarez
Dr. Pedro Gutiérrez Navarro
Dr. Melisa Cañete Alavez
Dr. Jimena Tsubaki Cifuentes
Dr. Víctor Hugo Olivares Villalpando
Frequently asked questions
What is scaphocephaly?
Scaphocephaly is a form of craniosynostosis in which one of the sutures of the baby's skull closes prematurely, giving the head a long, narrow shape.
Which doctor treats scaphocephaly?
Scaphocephaly is usually treated by specialists in pediatrician, pediatric urologist.