Plagiocephaly

Plagiocefali

Engelsk definition

The condition characterized by uneven or irregular shape of the head often in parallelogram shape with a flat spot on the back or one side of the head. It can either result from the premature CRANIAL SUTURE closure (CRANIOSYNOSTOSIS) or from external forces (NONSYNOSTOTIC PLAGIOCEPHALY).

Svenska synonymer

Skallasymmetri Sned skalle

Engelska synonymer

Plagiocephalies