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.
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.
Specialties that treat scaphocephaly
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in scaphocephaly
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 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.