Surgical Approach and Periprocedural Outcomes by Race and Ethnicity of Children Undergoing Craniosynostosis Surgery

Conclusions: These data suggest that Hispanic and nonwhite patients tend to undergo craniosynostosis repair at older ages and to have lengthier operations than white/non-Hispanic patients. Although we were unable to examine the root cause(s) of these differences, delayed diagnosis is one factor that might result in surgery at an older age and more complex operations requiring open surgery. Prospective studies examining racial/ethnic disparities are needed to inform a comparison of outcomes associated with surgical approach.
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Pediatric/Craniofacial: Original Articles Source Type: research