Reossification of the skull base after fronto-orbital advancement for craniosynostosis

Fronto-orbital advancement (FOA) is one of the accepted first-line surgical procedure for craniosynostosis. The aims of FOA are to expand the anterior cranial fossa, provide protection for the globe, and to contour the forehead. However, one of the disadvantages of FOA is the development of a bony gap behind the advanced segments, especially when FOA is performed in older patients.1 In the absence of re-ossification, this may lead to functional issues.
Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Tags: Correspondence and Communications Source Type: research