Definitions

Plagiocephaly

A “slanted or flat head”.  It can be caused by abnormal sutural fusion = “synostotic plagiocephaly”, BUT MOST COMMONLY caused by abnormal positioning of the baby’s head, called “deformational plagiocephaly”.  This is treated by physical therapy, positioning, and sometimes a molding helmet.

Proptosis

Bulging of the eye from the bony orbit, unilateral or bilateral, related to a shallow orbit. Associated with Crouzon, Apert, Pfeiffer, and other craniofacial syndromes.

Coloboma

Defect of some structure of the eye such as eyelid, iris, retina, choroid or optic nerve.

Visceral arches

Visceral arches are pieces of cartilages or bones that support the pharyngeal region of vertebrates and also help attach the jaws with the skull.

Syndrome

Group of signs or symptoms in different parts of the body that occur together and make up a particular pattern or condition.

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