Minimally Invasive Suturectomy and Postoperative Helmet Therapy : Advantages and Limitations

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Journal J Korean Neurosurg Soc

Date 2016 May 27

PMID 27226853

Citations 10

Authors

Sangjoon Chong

Kyu-Chang Wang

Ji Hoon Phi

Ji Yeoun Lee

Seung-Ki Kim

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Abstract

Various operative techniques are available for the treatment of craniosynostosis. The patient's age at presentation is one of the most important factors in the determination of the surgical modality. Minimally invasive suturectomy and postoperative helmet therapy may be performed for relatively young infants, whose age is younger than 6 months. It relies upon the potential for rapid brain growth in this age group. Its minimal invasiveness is also advantageous. In this article, we review the advantages and limitations of minimally invasive suturectomy followed by helmet therapy for the treatment of craniosynostosis.

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