Intracranial pressure in single-suture craniosynostosis.
In this paper, we review the incidence of increased intracranial pressure in children with single-suture craniosynostosis. The major studies in this area are presented, along with their limitations. A rational treatment plan including multidisciplinary team management is recommended. All patients with proven synostosis should be followed closely, whether or not surgery is chosen. Continued clinical and basic science research are necessary to further clarify the ramifications of asymptomatic elevations of intracranial pressure in these patients.
Cohen
S R
SR
Department of Plastic Surgery, Center for Craniofacial Disorders, Scottish Rite Children's Medical Center, Atlanta, Georgia, USA. srcohen@randomc.com
Persing
J A
JA
D002648:Child; D003398:Craniosynostoses / Q000145:classification / Q000150:complications / Q000503:physiopathology* / Q000601:surgery; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D015994:Incidence; D007223:Infant; D019586:Intracranial Hypertension / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology; D007427:Intracranial Pressure / Q000502:physiology*; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D010348:Patient Care Team