Partial suturectomy for phenotypical craniosynostosis caused by incomplete fusion of cranial sutures: a novel surgical solution

CONCLUSIONS: Minimally invasive direct excision of the involved portion of fused cranial sutures followed by helmet therapy for phenotypical craniosynostosis is a safe and effective treatment strategy. This technique is suitable for very young patients and appears to offer similar outcomes to complete suturectomy. Further studies are required to see if this approach reduces the deformity severity for patients requiring vault remodeling later in life.PMID:33794501 | DOI:10.3171/2021.1.FOCUS201024
Source: Neurosurgical Focus - Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Source Type: research