Life-Long Considerations for Craniosynostosis

Life-long Considerations for a Child with Craniosynostosis 

The key to treating craniosynostosis is early detection and treatment. Some forms of craniosynostosis can affect the brain and development of a child. The degree of the problems is dependent on the severity of the craniosynostosis, the number of sutures that are fused, and the presence of brain or other organ system problems that could affect the child.

Genetic counseling may be recommended by the physician to evaluate the parents of the child for any hereditary disorders that may tend to run in families.

A child with craniosynostosis requires frequent medical evaluations to ensure that the skull, facial bones, and brain are developing normally. The medical team works with the child's family to provide education and guidance to improve the health and well being of the child.