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Hashemi H, Babaee T, Moradi V, Bagheri M, Moghadam MJ, Ashkar M, Tavakoli B, Gordahani AA, Habibi Z. Cranial remolding orthosis for children with deformational skull deformities: A systematic review on the factors affecting success and duration of treatment. World Neurosurg X 2024; 23:100386. [PMID: 38799788 PMCID: PMC11127277 DOI: 10.1016/j.wnsx.2024.100386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2023] [Revised: 04/24/2024] [Accepted: 04/24/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024] Open
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Deformational plagiocephaly, deformational brachycephaly, and deformational scaphocephaly are the most common types of skull deformities during the first year of life. Using a cranial remolding orthosis (CRO) can have an important role in achieving a satisfactory level of improvement in symmetry and proportion of the deformed skulls. However, there is no consensus on the most important parameters for the success or length of treatment with a CRO. In this study, we did a systematic literature review in PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and EMBASE on January 2023. Titles/abstracts of the found studies were screened by two independent reviewers. The Newcastle-Ottawa Scale was used to evaluate the quality of the included articles. The best evidence synthesis was considered to determine the strength of the reported factors. A total of 25 articles with an accumulated sample of 7594 participants were included. Nine predictive factors, including age at initiation of CRO treatment, CRO compliance, deformity severity, deformity type, torticollis, gestational age, gestational type, delivery method, and developmental delay, were considered for CRO treatment length or success. Moderate evidence suggests that CRO treatment length is linked to a patient's age at the start of treatment and the deformity severity. Moreover, treatment success is correlated with a patient's age at the start of treatment, CRO compliance, and deformity severity. Moderate evidence indicates that there is no relationship between the presence of torticollis and gestational age with CRO treatment success.
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- Hoda Hashemi
- Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Iran-Helal Institute of Applied Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pediatric Neurosurgery, Children's Medical Center Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Watson AL, Winters R. Nonsyndromic Craniofacial Disorders. Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am 2024; 32:127-139. [PMID: 37981408 DOI: 10.1016/j.fsc.2023.06.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2023]
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We describe the investigation and management of select pediatric craniofacial disorders their recent advances. Positional plagiocephaly: The incidence of positional plagiocephaly has increased since the institution of the "safe to sleep" campaign to reduce sudden infant death syndrome. Positional plagiocephaly may be associated with underlying developmental delay. Nonsyndromic craniosynostosis: Treatment of nonsyndromic craniosynostosis depends on the age of the patient and the suture involved. Pediatric skull lesions: Management of skull lesions depends on histologic diagnosis. Some benign skull lesions are managed conservatively, whereas erosive and malignant lesions may require surgical excision, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, or multimodality treatment.
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- Antonia L Watson
- Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, John Hunter Hospital, Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights, New South Wales 2035, Australia
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, John Hunter Hospital, Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights, New South Wales 2035, Australia; Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA, USA; Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA, USA.
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Hepnar L, Ngenda N, Cottrell M, Lai M, Sharpe J, August D. Period prevalence of positional head deformations and implications for practice in a large tertiary neonatal unit. J Paediatr Child Health 2024; 60:18-23. [PMID: 38013612 DOI: 10.1111/jpc.16520] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2022] [Revised: 11/01/2023] [Accepted: 11/05/2023] [Indexed: 11/29/2023]
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AIM To establish the prevalence of positional head deformations (PHDs) within a neonatal unit (NU) setting, and to evaluate the subsequent impact that PHDs have on NU graduates and their families. METHODS A prospective audit was conducted over a six-week period within a tertiary NU (Brisbane, Australia). Eligible babies were measured weekly using a craniometer where presence, type and severity of PHD were determined. Univariate analysis was undertaken to establish differences in clinical characteristics between babies with, and without, the presence of PHD. A study-specific survey was completed by a separate set of families returning for outpatient follow-up services who represented similar clinical characteristics and risk factors for PHD. RESULTS Fifty-three babies were eligible for inclusion in the audit. PHDs were identified in 66% (n = 35) of the cohort, the most common being scaphocephaly (52.8%, n = 28). Within that, 46% (n = 13) were classed as mild, 25% (n = 7) were moderate and 29% (n = 8) were severe. Moderate correlation (r = 0.55) was found between severity of scaphocephaly, and length of time spent in an isolette. Of the 10 (66% response from 15 families) surveys completed, 80% of respondents perceived that their child's PHD had impacted their life. CONCLUSIONS Two-thirds of babies developed a PHD during their neonatal admission. Most families surveyed perceived this condition to have an impact on their lives beyond the confines of the nursery. Further research is needed to identify preventative interventions to decrease the prevalence and severity of this common condition.
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- Lindsay Hepnar
- Grantley Stable Neonatal Unit, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
- Physiotherapy Department, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Grantley Stable Neonatal Unit, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
- Physiotherapy Department, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Physiotherapy Department, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Grantley Stable Neonatal Unit, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Grantley Stable Neonatal Unit, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
- School of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Grantley Stable Neonatal Unit, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
- School of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Work, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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Quispe-Enriquez OC, Valero-Lanzuela JJ, Lerma JL. Smartphone Photogrammetric Assessment for Head Measurements. SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 23:9008. [PMID: 37960704 PMCID: PMC10648760 DOI: 10.3390/s23219008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2023] [Revised: 10/24/2023] [Accepted: 10/28/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023]
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The assessment of cranial deformation is relevant in the field of medicine dealing with infants, especially in paediatric neurosurgery and paediatrics. To address this demand, the smartphone-based solution PhotoMeDAS has been developed, harnessing mobile devices to create three-dimensional (3D) models of infants' heads and, from them, automatic cranial deformation reports. Therefore, it is crucial to examine the accuracy achievable with different mobile devices under similar conditions so prospective users can consider this aspect when using the smartphone-based solution. This study compares the linear accuracy obtained from three smartphone models (Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, S22, and S22+). Twelve measurements are taken with each mobile device using a coded cap on a head mannequin. For processing, three different bundle adjustment implementations are tested with and without self-calibration. After photogrammetric processing, the 3D coordinates are obtained. A comparison is made among spatially distributed distances across the head with PhotoMeDAS vs. ground truth established with a Creaform ACADEMIA 50 while-light 3D scanner. With a homogeneous scale factor for all the smartphones, the results showed that the average accuracy for the S22 smartphone is -1.15 ± 0.53 mm, for the S22+, 0.95 ± 0.40 mm, and for the S22 Ultra, -1.8 ± 0.45 mm. Worth noticing is that a substantial improvement is achieved regardless of whether the scale factor is introduced per device.
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- Omar C. Quispe-Enriquez
- Photogrammetry and Laser Scanner Research Group (GIFLE), Department of Cartographic Engineering, Geodesy and Photogrammetry, Universitat Politècnica de València, Camino de Vera s/n, 46022 Valencia, Spain; (J.J.V.-L.); (J.L.L.)
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Sertorio F, Pacetti M, Schiaffino S, Secci F, Cama A, Consales A, Magnano GM. Ultrasonography as first line imaging for the diagnosis of positional plagiocephaly. Minerva Pediatr (Torino) 2023; 75:557-560. [PMID: 30916518 DOI: 10.23736/s2724-5276.19.05424-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/20/2023]
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BACKGROUND In the last years, numerous studies evaluated different tools for the diagnosis of positional plagiocephaly (PP). The purpose of this study was to evaluate ultrasonography (US) as a first line screening test of lambdoid sutural patency in child with PP and to compare our results with the literature. METHODS All consecutive patients who referred to our Institute from January 2016 to October 2017 with the suspicion of PP, were included in the study and performed US examination of the lambdoid sutures. A 3-6-month clinical follow-up was performed by a pediatric neurosurgeon or a pediatrician to confirm the diagnosis of PP. RESULTS Thirty-five children performed US examination and in all cases the diagnosis of PP was confirmed. No cases of anticipated suture fusion were examined during this period. The concordance between US findings and clinical exam follow-up was 100%. CONCLUSIONS Ultrasonography of the lambdoid sutures represents an ideal first-line screening test and reliable alternative to other diagnostic techniques for lambdoid sutural patency in child with PP, being radiation free, fast and cheap.
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- Fiammetta Sertorio
- Department of Radiology, IRCCS Istituto Giannina Gaslini, Genoa, Italy -
- Department of Radiology, University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy -
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- Department of Neurosurgery, IRCCS Istituto Giannina Gaslini, Genoa, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, IRCCS Istituto Giannina Gaslini, Genoa, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, IRCCS Istituto Giannina Gaslini, Genoa, Italy
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- Department of Radiology, IRCCS Istituto Giannina Gaslini, Genoa, Italy
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Blanco-Diaz M, Marcos-Alvarez M, Escobio-Prieto I, De la Fuente-Costa M, Perez-Dominguez B, Pinero-Pinto E, Rodriguez-Rodriguez AM. Effectiveness of Conservative Treatments in Positional Plagiocephaly in Infants: A Systematic Review. CHILDREN (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 10:1184. [PMID: 37508680 PMCID: PMC10378416 DOI: 10.3390/children10071184] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2023] [Revised: 07/04/2023] [Accepted: 07/06/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this study is to analyze conservative treatments implemented to manage positional plagiocephaly in infants. METHODS This is a systematic review conducted according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines, performed in the Medline (PubMed), Scopus, Web of Science, and Cochrane databases. Articles were selected according to the eligibility criteria, regarding the effectiveness of conservative treatments in positional plagiocephaly in infants, published in the last 10 years with a score ≥3 in the PEDro Scale. RESULTS A total of 318 articles were identified and 9 of them were finally selected. CONCLUSIONS Physical therapy treatment is considered as the first line of intervention in plagiocephaly with non-synostotic asymmetries and manual therapy is the method that obtains the best results within this intervention. In cases of moderate or severe plagiocephaly, helmet therapy can be an effective second-line intervention; however, the best way to prevent this condition is through counseling of parents or caregivers, and early treatment is essential for optimal therapeutic outcomes. The review was registered in PROSPERO (CDR42022306466).
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- Maria Blanco-Diaz
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Oviedo, 33006 Oviedo, Spain
- Physical Therapy and Translational Research Group (FINTRA-RG), Institute of Health Research of the Principality of Asturias (ISPA), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Oviedo, 33006 Oviedo, Spain
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Oviedo, 33006 Oviedo, Spain
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Nursing, Physical Therapy and Podiatry, University of Seville, 41009 Seville, Spain
- Institute of Biomedicine of Seville (IBIS), 41013 Seville, Spain
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Oviedo, 33006 Oviedo, Spain
- Physical Therapy and Translational Research Group (FINTRA-RG), Institute of Health Research of the Principality of Asturias (ISPA), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Oviedo, 33006 Oviedo, Spain
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- Exercise Intervention for Health Research Group (EXINH-RG), Department of Physical Therapy, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Nursing, Physical Therapy and Podiatry, University of Seville, 41009 Seville, Spain
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- Physical Therapy and Translational Research Group (FINTRA-RG), Institute of Health Research of the Principality of Asturias (ISPA), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Oviedo, 33006 Oviedo, Spain
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Nieberle F, Spoerl S, Lottner LM, Spanier G, Schuderer JG, Fiedler M, Maurer M, Ludwig N, Meier JK, Ettl T, Reichert TE, Taxis J. Direct Anthropometry Overestimates Cranial Asymmetry-3D Digital Photography Proves to Be a Reliable Alternative. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 13:diagnostics13101707. [PMID: 37238192 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13101707] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2023] [Revised: 05/07/2023] [Accepted: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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This study compared manual and digital measurements of plagiocephaly and brachycephaly in infants and evaluated whether three-dimensional (3D) digital photography measurements can be used as a superior alternative in everyday clinical practice. A total of 111 infants (103 with plagiocephalus and 8 with brachycephalus) were included in this study. Head circumference, length and width, bilateral diagonal head length, and bilateral distance from the glabella to the tragus were assessed by manual assessment (tape measure and anthropometric head calipers) and 3D photographs. Subsequently, the cranial index (CI) and cranial vault asymmetry index (CVAI) were calculated. Measured cranial parameters and CVAI were significantly more precise using 3D digital photography. Manually acquired cranial vault symmetry parameters were at least 5 mm lower than digital measurements. Differences in CI between the two measuring methods did not reach significance, whereas the calculated CVAI showed a 0.74-fold decrease using 3D digital photography and was highly significant (p < 0.001). Using the manual method, CVAI calculations overestimated asymmetry, and cranial vault symmetry parameters were measured too low, contributing to a misrepresentation of the actual anatomical situation. Considering consequential errors in therapy choices, we suggest implementing 3D photography as the primary tool for diagnosing deformational plagiocephaly and positional head deformations.
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- Felix Nieberle
- Department of Cranio- and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital of the University of Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauß-Allee 11, 93053 Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Cranio- and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital of the University of Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauß-Allee 11, 93053 Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Cranio- and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital of the University of Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauß-Allee 11, 93053 Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Cranio- and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital of the University of Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauß-Allee 11, 93053 Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Cranio- and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital of the University of Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauß-Allee 11, 93053 Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Cranio- and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital of the University of Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauß-Allee 11, 93053 Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Cranio- and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital of the University of Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauß-Allee 11, 93053 Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Cranio- and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital of the University of Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauß-Allee 11, 93053 Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Cranio- and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital of the University of Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauß-Allee 11, 93053 Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Cranio- and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital of the University of Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauß-Allee 11, 93053 Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Cranio- and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital of the University of Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauß-Allee 11, 93053 Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Cranio- and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital of the University of Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauß-Allee 11, 93053 Regensburg, Germany
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Huang T, Li W, Wang C, Qu F, Yang Q, Pan Q, Pu X, Xiao C, Cai Y, Xia M, Zhang Y. Research into the correlation between positional skull deformation and motor performance of infants aged under 4 months. BMC Pediatr 2023; 23:212. [PMID: 37143034 PMCID: PMC10157931 DOI: 10.1186/s12887-023-03959-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2022] [Accepted: 03/20/2023] [Indexed: 05/06/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the correlation between positional skull deformation (PD) and motor performance of infants under 4 months of age. METHODS Infants aged under 4 months were enrolled in the children's healthcare and the premature infants follow-up Clinic of the Second Affiliated Hospital of Army Military Medical University. The cranial vault asymmetry (CVA) and cephalic index (CI) were calculated in all infants, and the infant motor performance test (TIMP) was used to evaluate the infant motor performance. The motor performances of infants with different types and degrees of PD were compared, so were the incidences of PD in infants with different motor performance levels. RESULTS Overall, 2118 infants were recruited and divided according to the types of PD and TIMP scores. The comparison of TIMP scores within different types of PD at different months of age showed that, regardless of the types of PD, TIMP scores of infants with PD were lower than those of normal infants. In particular, the difference in TIMP scores was statistically significant (P < 0.05) in infants with dolichocephaly, plagiocephaly,dolicho-plagiocephaly and brachy-plagiocephy. In addition, the comparison of CVA values of infants with different TIMP score levels at different months of age showed that the CVA values of the extremely low-level group were significantly higher than those of the medium-level and high-level group, especially in the 3-month-old and 4-month-old groups, which showed significant statistical differences (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS PD and motor performance of infants aged under 4 months seem to interact and influenc each other. The more serious the severity of PD were,the worse the motor performance of infants. Conversely, the incidence of PD increased in infants with poor motor performance.
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- Tianqi Huang
- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China.
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Williams E, Galea M. Another look at “tummy time” for primary plagiocephaly prevention and motor development. Infant Behav Dev 2023; 71:101839. [PMID: 37030250 DOI: 10.1016/j.infbeh.2023.101839] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2022] [Revised: 02/27/2023] [Accepted: 03/27/2023] [Indexed: 04/08/2023]
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It is three decades since it was recommended that infants sleep on the back to reduce risk of sudden unexpected infant death (SUID). The SUID prevention program is known as "back to sleep" or "safe sleeping", and this initiative is not questioned. Sleeping on the back is associated with, but not the cause of, the development of infant positional plagiocephaly, also known as deformational or a non-synostotic misshapen head when the skull sutures are open, not fused. This paper provides a synthesis of the history and impact of positional plagiocephaly. It includes a scoping review of plagiocephaly prevention facilitating motor development and reveals few articles on primary prevention which aims to prevent it developing in the first place. It is concerning that preschool-aged children with a history of infant plagiocephaly continued to receive lower developmental scores, particularly in motor development, than unaffected controls, and this may be a marker of developmental delay. Tummy-time (prone) for play is the mainstay of plagiocephaly prevention advice to minimize development of plagiocephaly and to facilitate infant motor development, particularly head control. While tummy-time has shown benefit for infant development, there is limited evidence of its effectiveness in preventing plagiocephaly and some evidence that it promotes only prone-specific motor skills. Most of the published literature is concerned with treatment post-diagnosis, in the form of reviews, or clinical notes. There is a plethora of opinion articles reinforcing tummy-time from birth for plagiocephaly prevention. The review shows that there are gaps in advice for early infant development of head control. An accepted test of head control in infants is "pull to sit" from supine which demonstrates antigravity strength of the neck flexors and coordination of the head and neck when the infant is drawn to sit from supine. This motor skill was cited as achievable by 4 months in the earliest paper on plagiocephaly in 1996. Physical therapists and others should revisit the mechanism of early infant head control development against gravity, particularly antigravity head, neck and trunk coordinated flexion movement in supine, as there has been little attention to early facilitation of this motor skill as a plagiocephaly prevention strategy. This may be achieved by considering "face time" as well as tummy time for primary prevention of plagiocephaly.
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- Elizabeth Williams
- The University of Melbourne, Department of Medicine (Royal Melbourne Hospital), The University of Melbourne, VIC 3010, Australia.
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- Department of Medicine (Royal Melbourne Hospital), The University of Melbourne.Academic Director, Australian Rehabilitation Research Centre, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Parkville, VIC 3010, Australia
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Maedomari T, Miyabayashi H, Tanaka Y, Mukai C, Nakanomori A, Saito K, Kato R, Noto T, Nagano N, Morioka I. Cranial Shape Measurements Obtained Using a Caliper and Elastic Bands Are Useful for Brachycephaly and Deformational Plagiocephaly Screening. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12082787. [PMID: 37109123 PMCID: PMC10145222 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12082787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2023] [Revised: 03/29/2023] [Accepted: 04/06/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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We assessed a method for screening the cranial shape of 1-month-old infants using a simple measuring instrument instead of a three-dimensional scanner. The Mimos craniometer was used to measure cranial length, cranial width, and two diagonal lengths to calculate the cranial index (CI) and cranial asymmetry (CA). We defined a CI > 90% as brachycephaly and CA > 5 mm as deformational plagiocephaly (DP). Intra- and inter-examiner accuracy analyses were performed on a dummy doll and 1-month-old infants. The measurements of healthy 1-month-old infants were compared with previously reported three-dimensional scanner measurements. Intra- and inter-rater measurements showed good accuracy; diagnostic accuracy comparisons of brachycephaly and DP using a three-dimensional scanner showed kappa values of 1.0 and 0.8, respectively. Comparisons were made among 113 infants matched for day-age at the date of measurement; there were no significant differences in the CI (85.0% vs. 85.2%, p = 0.98) and CA (5.9 mm vs. 6.0 mm, p = 0.48) between the scanner and caliper measurements, nor in the prevalence of brachycephaly (12.4% vs. 17.7%, p = 0.35) or DP (58.4% vs. 56.6%, p = 0.89). This simple measurement method using calipers and bands was useful in screening for brachycephaly and DP in 1-month-old infants.
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- Taishin Maedomari
- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine, Tokyo 173-8610, Japan
- Department of Pediatrics, Kasukabe Medical Center, Saitama 344-8588, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine, Tokyo 173-8610, Japan
- Department of Pediatrics, Kasukabe Medical Center, Saitama 344-8588, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine, Tokyo 173-8610, Japan
- Department of Pediatrics, Kasukabe Medical Center, Saitama 344-8588, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine, Tokyo 173-8610, Japan
- Department of Pediatrics, Kasukabe Medical Center, Saitama 344-8588, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine, Tokyo 173-8610, Japan
- Department of Pediatrics, Kasukabe Medical Center, Saitama 344-8588, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine, Tokyo 173-8610, Japan
- Department of Pediatrics, Kasukabe Medical Center, Saitama 344-8588, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine, Tokyo 173-8610, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine, Tokyo 173-8610, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine, Tokyo 173-8610, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine, Tokyo 173-8610, Japan
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Junn A, Dinis J, Long A, Hauc S, Phillips S, Junn AH, Reategui A, Lopez J, Persing JA, Alperovich M. Disparities in Access to Cranial Remodeling Orthosis for Deformational Plagiocephaly. Cleft Palate Craniofac J 2023; 60:454-460. [PMID: 34967227 DOI: 10.1177/10556656211069816] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Moderate to severe cases of deformational plagiocephaly (DP) may be treated with cranial remolding orthoses (CRO). This study investigated the socioeconomic disparities in access to care for CRO for DP correction. DESIGN This was a retrospective review of medical records from a single CRO company in Connecticut from 2014 to 2020. METHODS Demographic variables were collected from all patients. Univariable logistic regressions were used to identify differences for presenting age at consultation, whether CRO was pursued, and length of CRO treatment by insurance payor and household income quartile. RESULTS Of the 5620 patients identified, 4100 (73.0%) received CRO, with 674 (12.0%) receiving a second helmet. Of those receiving CRO, 1536 (37.5%) had Medicaid insurance while 2558 (62.4%) were commercially insured. Patients on Medicaid were 1.30 times more likely to have delayed presentation (P = .017), while patients from the lowest income quartile were 1.26 1.50 (P < .001) and 1.58 (P < .001) times more likely to have a delayed presentation relative to those in the highest and second-highest income quartiles, respectively. Patients in the highest and second-highest income quartiles were also 1.55 (P < .001) and 1.45 (P < .001) more likely, respectively, to receive CRO after consultation than those from the lowest income quartile. CONCLUSIONS Lower income and Medicaid-insured patients had delayed presentation for CRO consultation. Those from the lowest income quartile were more likely to never receive CRO than those from wealthier backgrounds. Low socioeconomic status and Medicaid insurance, which can have more restrictive coverage policies for CRO, may result in the delayed treatment of DP.
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- Alexandra Junn
- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT, USA
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Trottier N, Hurtubise K, Camden C, Cloutier W, Gaboury I. Barriers and facilitators influencing parental adherence to prevention strategies for deformational plagiocephaly: Results from a scoping review. Child Care Health Dev 2023. [PMID: 36609793 DOI: 10.1111/cch.13095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2022] [Revised: 12/06/2022] [Accepted: 01/02/2023] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND Deformational plagiocephaly can be prevented in many healthy infants if strategies are implemented early after birth. However, despite efforts to disseminate accurate information, parental adherence to evidence-based prevention strategies is a challenge. To date, factors - barriers and facilitators - influencing parental adherence to strategies have yet to be identified in a comprehensive manner. OBJECTIVES This scoping review aims to identify and synthesize current evidence on barriers and facilitators impacting adherence of parents of newborns to deformational plagiocephaly prevention strategies. METHODS This review followed the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) process guidelines. Seven electronic (Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), MEDLINE, SPORTDiscus, Academic Search Complete, AMED, PsychINFO and Scopus) and two grey literature (Health Systems Evidence and Grey Literature Report) databases were searched. Studies published between 2001 and 2022 were included. The deductive thematic data analysis used was guided by the Capability, Opportunity, Motivation Behavioral Model (COM-B) of health behaviour change. RESULTS From a total of 1172 articles, 15 met the eligibility criteria. All components of the COM-B framework were identified. Capability-psychological and opportunity-environmental factors dominated the literature, whereas capability-physical, motivation and, in particular, opportunity-social factors were understudied. The most often reported barriers were a lack of knowledge of deformational plagiocephaly and the associated prevention strategies, ambiguous or inconsistent messaging, intolerance of babies to prone positioning and a lack of time. The most frequently reported facilitators were an awareness of deformational plagiocephaly, postural asymmetry and prevention strategies, skill acquisition with practice, accurate convincing information, scheduled time and environmental organization to position the baby at home. DISCUSSION Recommendations focused on diffusing accurate and detailed information for parents. Our review also suggests a gap regarding the comprehensive identification of factors influencing parental adherence to deformational plagiocephaly prevention strategies. Further studies exploring comprehensive opportunity-social and motivation factors influencing parental adherence to deformational plagiocephaly prevention strategies are warranted to inform prevention programmes and foster better infant outcomes.
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- Nathalie Trottier
- Faculté de médecine et sciences de la santé, Université de Sherbrooke, Québec, Canada
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- Faculté de médecine et sciences de la santé, Université de Sherbrooke, Québec, Canada
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- Faculté de médecine et sciences de la santé, Université de Sherbrooke, Québec, Canada.,CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada
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- Faculté de médecine et sciences de la santé, Université de Sherbrooke, Québec, Canada
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- Faculté de médecine et sciences de la santé, Université de Sherbrooke, Québec, Canada
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Santiago GS, Santiago CN, Chwa ES, Purnell CA. Positional Plagiocephaly and Craniosynostosis. Pediatr Ann 2023; 52:e10-e17. [PMID: 36625797 DOI: 10.3928/19382359-20221114-03] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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Along with the decrease in sudden infant death syndrome due to the successful "Back to Sleep" Campaign, there was a reciprocal increase in cases of positional plagiocephaly (PP). The prevalence of PP significantly rose from approximately 5% to upward of 46% at age 7 months. Consequently, clinicians have seen a surge in the number of patients presenting with head shape abnormalities. Not only does this increase in patient volume pose a logistical problem to clinics, but it also poses a potential risk to patients with craniosynostosis, whose head shape anomalies are similar to a "needle in a haystack" of patients with more common PP. This review explores the causes, risk factors, and treatment options of PP and craniosynostosis, along with the differential of head shape anomalies based on phenotypic presentation. In doing so, we hope to provide pediatric care clinicians with the tools necessary to effectively evaluate and manage patients with head shape abnormalities. [Pediatr Ann. 2023;52(1):e10-e17.].
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Linz C, Faber J, Schmid R, Kunz F, Böhm H, Hartmann S, Schweitzer T. Using a 3D asymmetry index as a novel form for capturing complex three-dimensionality in positional plagiocephaly. Sci Rep 2022; 12:20831. [PMID: 36460690 PMCID: PMC9718850 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-24555-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2022] [Accepted: 11/16/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Positional plagiocephaly (PP) is the most common skull deformity in infants. Different classification systems exist for graduating the degree of PP, but all of these systems are based on two-dimensional (2D) parameters. This limitation leads to several problems stemming from the fact that 2D parameters are used to classify the three-dimensional (3D) shape of the head. We therefore evaluate existing measurement parameters and validate a newly developed 3D parameter for quantifying PP. Additionally, we present a new classification of PP based on a 3D parameter. 210 patients with PP and 50 patients without PP were included in this study. Existing parameters (2D and 3D) and newly developed volume parameters based on a 3D stereophotogrammetry scan were validated using ROC curves. Additionally, thresholds for the new 3D parameter of a 3D asymmetry index were assessed. The volume parameter 3D asymmetry index quantifies PP equally as well as the gold standard of 30° diagonal difference. Moreover, a 3D asymmetry index allows for a 3D-based classification of PP. The 3D asymmetry index can be used to define the degree of PP. It is easily applicable in stereophotogrammetric datasets and allows for comparability both intra- and inter-individually as well as for scientific analysis.
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- Christian Linz
- grid.411760.50000 0001 1378 7891Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Plastic Surgery, University Hospital Würzburg, Pleicherwall 2, 97070 Würzburg, Germany
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- grid.411760.50000 0001 1378 7891Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Plastic Surgery, University Hospital Würzburg, Pleicherwall 2, 97070 Würzburg, Germany
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- grid.411760.50000 0001 1378 7891Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Plastic Surgery, University Hospital Würzburg, Pleicherwall 2, 97070 Würzburg, Germany
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- grid.411760.50000 0001 1378 7891Department of Orthodontics, University Hospital Würzburg, Pleicherwall 2, 97070 Würzburg, Germany
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- grid.411760.50000 0001 1378 7891Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Plastic Surgery, University Hospital Würzburg, Pleicherwall 2, 97070 Würzburg, Germany
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- grid.411760.50000 0001 1378 7891Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Plastic Surgery, University Hospital Würzburg, Pleicherwall 2, 97070 Würzburg, Germany
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- grid.411760.50000 0001 1378 7891Section of Pediatric Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Würzburg, Josef-Schneider-Straße 2, 97070 Würzburg, Germany
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Blessing M, Gallagher ER. Epidemiology, Genetics, and Pathophysiology of Craniosynostosis. Oral Maxillofac Surg Clin North Am 2022; 34:341-352. [PMID: 35787827 DOI: 10.1016/j.coms.2022.02.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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Craniosynostosis, the premature fusion of the infant cranial skulls, can be recognized by characteristic head shape differences that worsen with head growth. Craniosynostosis can be syndromic or nonsyndromic and can involve one suture or multiple sutures. Timely cranial vault surgery is recommended to expand and reshape the skull, with a goal of preventing increased intracranial pressure and providing sufficient space for brain growth. Several gene variants and environmental exposures are known to increase the risk of single suture craniosynostosis (SSC), including in utero constraint, exposure to specific toxins and medications, and medical conditions such as thyroid dysregulation and metabolic bone disorders.
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- Matthew Blessing
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Craniofacial Medicine, University of Washington and Seattle Children's Hospital, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, M/S OB.9.520, PO Box 5371, Seattle, WA 98145-5005, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Craniofacial Medicine, University of Washington and Seattle Children's Hospital, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, M/S OB.9.520, PO Box 5371, Seattle, WA 98145-5005, USA.
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Understand the craniofacial dysmorphology of craniosynostosis, and the variation of each type. 2. Identify the functional concerns and learn the rationale behind timing of operative intervention. 3. Approach each dysmorphology critically and identify the operative intervention needed to improve form and function 4. Understand and address the specific issues related to syndromic craniosynostosis and be able to delineate management plan. SUMMARY Craniosynostosis is a condition in which premature fusion of one or more cranial sutures lead to abnormal head shape and growth restriction of the brain. Nonsyndromic craniosynostosis occurs in isolation, and usually involves a single suture, whereas syndromic craniosynostosis may involve multiple sutures and is associated with extracraniofacial findings. Although surgical management can be similar, the treatment plan must take into consideration issues specific to the syndromes. This article aims to provide a concise overview of the authors' current understanding regarding the presentation, treatment principle, surgical option, and debates in craniosynostosis.
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Machine learning-based identification of craniosynostosis in newborns. MACHINE LEARNING WITH APPLICATIONS 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.mlwa.2022.100292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Maniglio P, Noventa M, Tartaglia S, Petracca M, Bonito M, Ricciardi E, Ambrosini G, Buzzaccarini G, Laganà AS. The Obstetrician Gynecologist's role in the screening of infants at risk of severe plagiocephaly: Prevalence and risk factors. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2022; 272:37-42. [PMID: 35279639 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2022.03.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2021] [Revised: 02/26/2022] [Accepted: 03/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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This study was conducted to determine the prevalence, maternal and/or neonatal risk factors for severe plagiocephaly in order to early detect and refer infants at risk. A prospective observational study was conducted, involving 4337 infants who visited the Perinatology Center at San Pietro Fatebenefratelli Hospital in Rome, evaluated following the Plagiocephaly Severity Scale of Atlanta. ©The plagiocephaly prevalence resulted 1.89%, considering moderate to severe forms. Maternal risk factors include primiparity, older age, gestational diabetes, and uterine fibromatosis. Neonatal risk factors are early term gestational age, low weight, twin pregnancy, and prolonged labor with an emergency cesarean section. Screening for severe plagiocephaly should begin antenatally. Although the low prevalence, identifying infants at risk can prevent potential permanent sequelae. We suggest a multidisciplinary approach for the management of plagiocephaly, involving the figure of the Obstetrician Gynecologist, who can highlight the risk factors ranging from obstetric and birth conditions.
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- Paolo Maniglio
- AUSL Romagna Ospedale "G.B. Morgagni L. Pierantoni", Forlì, Italy
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- Gynaecologic and Obstetrics Clinic, Department of Women's and Children's Health, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Department of Biomedicine and Prevention, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Rome, Italy
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- Ospedale San Pietro Fatebenefratelli, Rome, Italy
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- Gynaecologic and Obstetrics Clinic, Department of Women's and Children's Health, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Gynaecologic and Obstetrics Clinic, Department of Women's and Children's Health, University of Padua, Padua, Italy.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, "Filippo Del Ponte" Hospital, University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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Cranial Shape in Infants Aged One Month Can Predict the Severity of Deformational Plagiocephaly at the Age of Six Months. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11071797. [PMID: 35407405 PMCID: PMC8999343 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11071797] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2022] [Revised: 03/16/2022] [Accepted: 03/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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In this study, we aimed to monitor changes in cranial shape using three-dimensional (3D) scanning to determine whether the severity of deformational plagiocephaly (DP) at the age of 6 months could be predicted at the age of 1 month. The cranial shape was measured at the ages of 1, 3, and 6 months (T1, T2, and T3, respectively) in 92 infants. We excluded those who received helmet treatment before T3. The cranial vault asymmetry index (CVAI) using 3D scanning was evaluated in all infants. DP was defined as a CVAI > 5.0% with mild (CVAI ≤ 6.25%) or moderate/severe severity (CVAI > 6.25%). The CVAI cut-off value at T1 for severe DP at T3 was determined using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves. At T1, T2, and T3, the respective CVAI median values were 5.0%, 5.8%, and 4.7% and the DP incidence was 50.0%, 56.8%, and 43.2%, respectively. The DP severity temporarily worsened from T1 to T2 but then improved at T3. Among the infants, 73.9% had a similar DP severity at T1 and T3 (p = 1.0). A ROC curve analysis revealed a CVAI cut-off value of 7.8% at T1 predicted severe DP. It was concluded that later DP severity could be predicted using 3D scanning at T1 with properly defined cut-off values.
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Paro M, Lambert WA, Leclair NK, Romano R, Stoltz P, Martin JE, Hersh DS, Bookland MJ. Machine Learning-Driven Clinical Image Analysis to Identify Craniosynostosis: A Pilot Study of Telemedicine and Clinic Patients. Neurosurgery 2022; 90:613-618. [PMID: 35262516 DOI: 10.1227/neu.0000000000001890] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2021] [Accepted: 12/05/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The authors have developed pretrained machine learning (ML) models to evaluate neonatal head shape deformities using top-down and facial orthogonal photographs of the patient's head. In previous preliminary analysis, this approach was tested with images from an open-source data bank. OBJECTIVE To determine the accuracy of pretrained ML models in identifying craniosynostosis among patients seen in our outpatient neurosurgery clinic. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed top-down and facial orthogonal images of each patient's head and provider clinical diagnosis from the same encounters. Head shape classifications generated from 3 pretrained ML models (random forest, classification and regression tree, and linear discriminant analysis) were applied to each patient's photograph data set after craniometric extraction using a predefined image processing algorithm. Diagnoses were codified into a binary scheme of craniosynostosis vs noncraniosynostosis. Sensitivity, specificity, and Matthew correlation coefficient were calculated for software vs provider classifications. RESULTS A total of 174 patients seen for abnormal head shape between May 2020 and February 2021 were included in the analysis. One hundred seven patients (61%) were seen in-person and 67 (39%) through telemedicine. Twenty-three patients (13%) were diagnosed with craniosynostosis. The best-performing model identified craniosynostosis with an accuracy of 94.8% (95% CI 90.4-97.6), sensitivity of 87.0% (95% CI 66.4-97.2), specificity of 96.0% (95% CI 91.6-98.5), and Matthew correlation coefficient of 0.788 (95% CI 0.725-0.839). CONCLUSION Machine learning-driven image analysis represents a promising strategy for the identification of craniosynostosis in a real-world practice setting. This approach has potential to reduce the need for imaging and facilitate referral by primary care providers.
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- Mitch Paro
- School of Medicine, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, Connecticut, USA
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- School of Medicine, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, Connecticut, USA
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- School of Medicine, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, Connecticut, USA
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- School of Medicine, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, Connecticut, USA
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- School of Medicine, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, Connecticut, USA
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Connecticut Children's, Hartford, Connecticut, USA.,Department of Surgery, UConn School of Medicine, Farmington, Connecticut, USA
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Connecticut Children's, Hartford, Connecticut, USA.,Department of Surgery, UConn School of Medicine, Farmington, Connecticut, USA
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Connecticut Children's, Hartford, Connecticut, USA.,Department of Surgery, UConn School of Medicine, Farmington, Connecticut, USA
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Gangliosides as Biomarkers of Human Brain Diseases: Trends in Discovery and Characterization by High-Performance Mass Spectrometry. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms23020693. [PMID: 35054879 PMCID: PMC8775466 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23020693] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2021] [Revised: 01/03/2022] [Accepted: 01/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Gangliosides are effective biochemical markers of brain pathologies, being also in the focus of research as potential therapeutic targets. Accurate brain ganglioside mapping is an essential requirement for correlating the specificity of their composition with a certain pathological state and establishing a well-defined set of biomarkers. Among all bioanalytical methods conceived for this purpose, mass spectrometry (MS) has developed into one of the most valuable, due to the wealth and consistency of structural information provided. In this context, the present article reviews the achievements of MS in discovery and structural analysis of gangliosides associated with severe brain pathologies. The first part is dedicated to the contributions of MS in the assessment of ganglioside composition and role in the specific neurodegenerative disorders: Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. A large subsequent section is devoted to cephalic disorders (CD), with an emphasis on the MS of gangliosides in anencephaly, the most common and severe disease in the CD spectrum. The last part is focused on the major accomplishments of MS-based methods in the discovery of ganglioside species, which are associated with primary and secondary brain tumors and may either facilitate an early diagnosis or represent target molecules for immunotherapy oriented against brain cancers.
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Spherical harmonics to quantify cranial asymmetry in deformational plagiocephaly. Sci Rep 2022; 12:167. [PMID: 34997100 PMCID: PMC8742096 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-04181-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2021] [Accepted: 12/17/2021] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Cranial deformation and deformational plagiocephaly (DP) in particular affect an important percentage of infants. The assessment and diagnosis of the deformation are commonly carried by manual measurements that provide low interuser accuracy. Another approach is the use of three-dimensional (3D) models. Nevertheless, in most cases, deformation measurements are carried out manually on the 3D model. It is necessary to develop methodologies for the detection of DP that are automatic, accurate and take profit on the high quantity of information of the 3D models. Spherical harmonics are proposed as a new methodology to identify DP from head 3D models. The ideal fitted ellipsoid for each head is computed and the orthogonal distances between head and ellipsoid are obtained. Finally, the distances are modelled using spherical harmonics. Spherical harmonic coefficients of degree 2 and order − 2 are identified as the correct ones to represent the asymmetry characteristic of DP. The obtained coefficient is compared to other anthropometric deformation indexes, such as Asymmetry Index, Oblique Cranial Length Ratio, Posterior Asymmetry Index and Anterior Asymmetry Index. The coefficient of degree 2 and order − 2 with a maximum degree of 4 is found to provide better results than the commonly computed anthropometric indexes in the detection of DP.
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Reardon T, Fiani B, Kosarchuk J, Parisi A, Shlobin NA. Management of Lambdoid Craniosynostosis: A Comprehensive and Systematic Review. Pediatr Neurosurg 2022; 57:1-16. [PMID: 34864743 DOI: 10.1159/000519175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2021] [Accepted: 08/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Craniosynostosis is a condition characterized by the premature fusion of 2 or more skull bones. Craniosynostosis of the lambdoid suture is one of the rarest forms, accounting for 1-4% of all craniosynostoses. Documented cases are separated into simple (single suture), complex (bilateral), and associated with adjacent synostoses ("Mercedes Benz" Pattern) or syndromes (i.e., Crouzon, Sathre-Chotzen, Antley-Bixler). This condition can manifest phenotypic deformities and neurological sequelae that can lead to impaired cognitive function if improperly treated or left undiagnosed. Preferred surgical techniques have varied over time but all maintain the common goals of establishing proper head shape and preventing of complications that could contribute to aforementioned sequelae. SUMMARY This comprehensive review highlights demographic distributions, embryological development, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, neurological sequelae, radiologic findings, surgical techniques, surgical outcomes, and postoperative considerations of patients with lambdoid craniosynostosis presentation. In addition, a systematic review was conducted to explore the operative management of lambdoid craniosynostosis using PubMed, Embase, and Scopus databases, with 38 articles included after screening. Key Messages: Due to a low volume of published cases, diagnosis and treatment can vary. Large overlap in presentation can occur in patients that display lambdoid craniosynostosis and posterior plagiocephaly, furthering the need for comprehensive analysis. Possessing the knowledge and tools to properly assess patients with lambdoid craniosynostosis will allow for more precise care and improved outcomes.
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- Taylor Reardon
- Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine, Pikeville, Kentucky, USA
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- Desert Regional Medical Center, Palm Springs, California, USA
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- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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MIYABAYASHI H, NAGANO N, KATO R, NOTO T, HASHIMOTO S, SAITO K, MORIOKA I. Reference Values for Cranial Morphology Based on Three-dimensional Scan Analysis in 1-month-old Healthy Infants in Japan. Neurol Med Chir (Tokyo) 2022; 62:246-253. [PMID: 35370246 PMCID: PMC9178114 DOI: 10.2176/jns-nmc.2021-0384] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Currently, molded helmet therapy is used to treat infants with deformational plagiocephaly. However, the indices of normal cranial shape remain unclear, and thus, the prevalence of deformational plagiocephaly is unknown, particularly in Japan. We investigated the reference values for cranial morphological characteristics in 1-month-old Japanese infants using a three-dimensional scanner, to determine the prevalence of deformational plagiocephaly. One hundred fifty-three healthy infants who visited three hospitals (from April 2020 to March 2021) were enrolled. Cranial shape was measured using a three-dimensional scanner and was analyzed using image analysis software. Outcome measures were cranial volume, length, width, length-width ratio, circumference, asymmetry, and vault asymmetry index; cephalic index; and anterior, posterior, and overall symmetry ratios. The cranial vault asymmetry index >3.5% or ≥10% were diagnosed as deformational or severe deformational plagiocephaly, respectively. The mean age at measurement was 35.7 days. The mean cranial volume was 559 mL; cranial length, 129 mm; cranial width, 110 mm; length-width ratio, 118%; cephalic index, 85.2%; cranial circumference, 377 mm, cranial asymmetry, 6.4 mm; cranial vault asymmetry index, 5.0%; and anterior, posterior, and overall asymmetry ratios, 93.1%, 91.3%, and 96.4%, respectively. The prevalence of deformational and severe deformational plagiocephaly was 64.7% and 6.6%, respectively. Sex-based differences were observed for cranial volume and width. The results obtained in this study can be considered standard values that can facilitate the differentiation of abnormal infant cranial morphological characteristics for Japanese medical practitioners.
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- Hiroshi MIYABAYASHI
- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine
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- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine
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- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine
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- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine
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- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine
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- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Nihon University School of Medicine
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Pastor-Pons I, Lucha-López MO, Barrau-Lalmolda M, Rodes-Pastor I, Rodríguez-Fernández ÁL, Hidalgo-García C, Tricás-Moreno JM. Active Cervical Range of Motion in Babies with Positional Plagiocephaly: Analytical Cross-Sectional Study. CHILDREN (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2021; 8:children8121146. [PMID: 34943342 PMCID: PMC8700430 DOI: 10.3390/children8121146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2021] [Revised: 11/29/2021] [Accepted: 11/30/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Positional plagiocephaly (PP) is a general term describing cranial distortion from pre- or postnatal forces on the infant head. Abnormal intrauterine forces, multiple births, primiparous mothers, obstetric interventions, prematurity, male sex, excessive time lying in the supine position, and mobility restrictions of the cervical spine have been considered as the main predisposing factors. The objective was to investigate the association between the severity of PP and the active cervical rotation and to analyze the influence of predisposing factors in babies with PP. An analytical cross-sectional study was performed on 74 babies with moderate PP. Clinical and demographic data, cranial vault asymmetry, and active cervical rotation range of motion (ROM) were measured. Associations were analyzed with generalized linear models. The mean age was 16.8 ± 5.0 weeks, and 56.8% were male. A restriction in the ROM of active cervical rotation, especially to the left side, was observed. Our models showed that cranial asymmetry was related with left active cervical rotation ROM (p = 0.034) and with being transported in a pushchair (p < 0.001). Conclusions: An increased severity of PP was related with being transported in a baby pushchair and with a reduced active cervical rotation ROM toward the most restricted side.
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- Iñaki Pastor-Pons
- Instituto de Terapias Integrativas, 50001 Zaragoza, Spain; (I.P.-P.); (M.B.-L.); (I.R.-P.)
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- Departamento de Fisiatría y Enfermería, Unidad de Investigación en Fisioterapia, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain; (C.H.-G.); (J.M.T.-M.)
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- Instituto de Terapias Integrativas, 50001 Zaragoza, Spain; (I.P.-P.); (M.B.-L.); (I.R.-P.)
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- Instituto de Terapias Integrativas, 50001 Zaragoza, Spain; (I.P.-P.); (M.B.-L.); (I.R.-P.)
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- Departamento de Fisiatría y Enfermería, Unidad de Investigación en Fisioterapia, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain; (C.H.-G.); (J.M.T.-M.)
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- Departamento de Fisiatría y Enfermería, Unidad de Investigación en Fisioterapia, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain; (C.H.-G.); (J.M.T.-M.)
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The cranial fontanelles and sutures have several benign variations, including most cases of "early" or "late" closure of the anterior fontanelle, bathrocephaly, overriding sutures, and benign metopic ridging. However, recognizing true craniosynostosis and referring the patient to a craniofacial specialist in a timely fashion are imperative, as minimally invasive options can be offered to most patients younger than 6 months of age. Gaining comfort with the physical examination of an infant with an abnormal head shape is best achieved through experience and pattern recognition and will frequently facilitate an accurate diagnosis without the need for ionizing radiation.
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Cabrera-Martos I, Ortigosa-Gómez SJ, López-López L, Ortiz-Rubio A, Torres-Sánchez I, Granados-Santiago M, Valenza MC. Physical Therapist Interventions for Infants With Nonsynostotic Positional Head Deformities: A Systematic Review. Phys Ther 2021; 101:6206364. [PMID: 33792712 DOI: 10.1093/ptj/pzab106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2020] [Revised: 01/08/2021] [Accepted: 02/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study sought to examine the methodological quality and summarize the evidence from clinical trials that examined the effectiveness of physical therapist interventions in the management of nonsynostotic positional head deformities in infants. METHODS The following electronic databases were searched: PubMed/MEDLINE, ScienceDirect, CINAHL, Scopus, PEDro, and Web of Science. Two different authors conducted the searches and completed the data extraction. Randomized and non-randomized clinical trials were included. The risk of bias was assessed using the Downs and Black Scale and the Cochrane Collaboration's tool. RESULTS Six articles were finally included. The main features of interventions included education to parents about positioning, manual therapy, and motor stimulation. The small sample sizes were not adequately powered and methodological quality showed a high risk of bias, mainly from a lack of blinding and limited external validity. CONCLUSION There are indicators that suggest that physical therapist interventions may be useful for infants with nonsynostotic head deformities at improving cranial asymmetries and motor development. However, the validity of such conclusion is limited because most trials included had a high risk of bias. More rigorous research on physical therapy, including randomized controlled trials with larger sample sizes, is required in this area. IMPACT The high prevalence and incidence of nonsynostotic positional head deformities in infants calls for the development of effective interventions. Physical therapists have a promising role in the improvement of cranial asymmetry and motor development. The most reported interventions involved educating parents about positioning and manual therapy. Some studies show that changes obtained after physical therapist intervention were comparable with those obtained after helmet therapy. LAY SUMMARY Early referral to physical therapy may help to prevent or reduce the severity of nonsynostotic positional head deformities. Education about positioning is important to prevent and improve the asymmetry of the baby's head when there is nonsynostotic positional head deformity. Physical therapist interventions can improve motor development in infants with nonsynostotic positional head deformity who have motor delays.
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- Irene Cabrera-Martos
- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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Goodstein MH, Stewart DL, Keels EL, Moon RY. Transition to a Safe Home Sleep Environment for the NICU Patient. Pediatrics 2021; 148:peds.2021-052046. [PMID: 34155135 DOI: 10.1542/peds.2021-052046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Of the nearly 3.8 million infants born in the United States in 2018, 8.3% had low birth weight (<2500 g [5.5 lb]) and 10% were born preterm (gestational age of <37 completed weeks). Many of these infants and others with congenital anomalies, perinatally acquired infections, and other disease require admission to a NICU. In the past decade, admission rates to NICUs have been increasing; it is estimated that between 10% and 15% of infants will spend time in a NICU, representing approximately 500 000 neonates annually. Approximately 3600 infants die annually in the United States from sleep-related deaths, including sudden infant death syndrome International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (R95), ill-defined deaths (R99), and accidental suffocation and strangulation in bed (W75). Preterm and low birth weight infants are particularly vulnerable, with an incidence of death 2 to 3 times greater than healthy term infants. Thus, it is important for health care professionals to prepare families to maintain their infant in a safe sleep environment, as per the recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics. However, infants in the NICU setting commonly require care that is inconsistent with infant sleep safety recommendations. The conflicting needs of the NICU infant with the necessity to provide a safe sleep environment before hospital discharge can create confusion for providers and distress for families. This technical report is intended to assist in the establishment of appropriate NICU protocols to achieve a consistent approach to transitioning NICU infants to a safe sleep environment as soon as medically possible, well before hospital discharge.
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- Michael H Goodstein
- Division of Newborn Services, WellSpan Health, York, Pennsylvania .,Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine, The Pennsylvania State University, Hershey, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Pediatrics, Norton Children's and School of Medicine, University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky
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- National Association of Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, National Association of Neonatal Nurses, Chicago, Illinois.,Neonatal Advanced Practice, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio
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Bookland MJ, Ahn ES, Stoltz P, Martin JE. Image processing and machine learning for telehealth craniosynostosis screening in newborns. J Neurosurg Pediatr 2021; 27:581-588. [PMID: 33740758 DOI: 10.3171/2020.9.peds20605] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2020] [Accepted: 09/24/2020] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The authors sought to evaluate the accuracy of a novel telehealth-compatible diagnostic software system for identifying craniosynostosis within a newborn (< 1 year old) population. Agreement with gold standard craniometric diagnostics was also assessed. METHODS Cranial shape classification software accuracy was compared to that of blinded craniofacial specialists using a data set of open-source (n = 40) and retrospectively collected newborn orthogonal top-down cranial images, with or without additional facial views (n = 339), culled between April 1, 2008, and February 29, 2020. Based on image quality, midface visibility, and visibility of the cranial equator, 351 image sets were deemed acceptable. Accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity were calculated for the software versus specialist classification. Software agreement with optical craniometrics was assessed with intraclass correlation coefficients. RESULTS The cranial shape classification software had an accuracy of 93.3% (95% CI 86.8-98.8; p < 0.001), with a sensitivity of 92.0% and specificity of 94.3%. Intraclass correlation coefficients for measurements of the cephalic index and cranial vault asymmetry index compared to optical measurements were 0.95 (95% CI 0.84-0.98; p < 0.001) and 0.67 (95% CI 0.24-0.88; p = 0.003), respectively. CONCLUSIONS These results support the use of image processing-based neonatal cranial deformity classification software for remote screening of nonsyndromic craniosynostosis in a newborn population and as a substitute for optical scanner- or CT-based craniometrics. This work has implications that suggest the potential for the development of software for a mobile platform that would allow for screening by telemedicine or in a primary care setting.
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- Markus J Bookland
- 1Division of Neurosurgery, Connecticut Children's, Hartford.,2Department of Surgery, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, Connecticut; and
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- 3Department of Neurosurgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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Seifabadi R, Aalamifar F, Hezaveh SH, Kocabalkanli C, Wilburn K, Linguraru MG. Toward quantitative assessment of deformational plagiocephaly and brachycephaly at the point-of-care. J Med Imaging (Bellingham) 2021; 8:024504. [PMID: 33937438 PMCID: PMC8082291 DOI: 10.1117/1.jmi.8.2.024504] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2020] [Accepted: 04/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Purpose: Develop and validate algorithms that can enable a novice user to quantitatively measure the head shape parameters associated with deformational plagiocephaly and brachycephaly (DPB) using 2D rendered images. Approach: First, the head contour is extracted semi-automatically using the intelligent scissors method. We then automatically compute two indices used in the clinical determination of the DPB from the head shape parameters: the cranial index (CI) and the cranial vault asymmetry index (CVAI). We also present methods to quantify and compensate for the user variability, including camera angle and distance from the head using 2D rendered images. We compared the results of our technology with ground-truth (GT) measurements from 53 infants with DPB and normal cranial parameters. Results: The Spearman correlation coefficient between the new 2D rendered method and the 3D GT was 0.94 ( p < 0.001 ) and 0.96 ( p < 0.001 ) for CI and CVAI, respectively. Different simulated camera angles and distances from the head resulted in variation in CI and CVAI in the range of [ - 2.0 , 6.0 ] and [ - 4.0 , 4.0 ] units, respectively. The limits of agreement of the Bland-Altman test were reduced from [ - 3.6 , 5.3 ] and [ - 3.6 , 4.2 ] to [ - 0.5 , 3.0 ] and [ - 1.3 , 1.6 ] for CI and CVAI, respectively, by combining results from different camera angles and positions in our method. The overall accuracy of the proposed technology for DPB detection was 100%. Conclusions: The 2D rendered images of the head can be accurately analyzed to assess DPB. Further study on 2D photos taken from human subjects is warranted.
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- PediaMetrix, Inc., Rockville, Maryland, United States
- Dunwoody Pediatrics, Dunwoody, Georgia, United States
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Rohde JF, Goyal NK, Slovin SR, Hossain J, Pachter LM, Di Guglielmo MD. Association of Positional Plagiocephaly and Developmental Delay Within a Primary Care Network. J Dev Behav Pediatr 2021; 42:128-134. [PMID: 33538454 PMCID: PMC8833012 DOI: 10.1097/dbp.0000000000000860] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2019] [Accepted: 06/01/2020] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Previous research has suggested an association between plagiocephaly and developmental delay. However, study samples drawn from children seen in subspecialty clinics increase the potential for selection and referral bias. Our study evaluates the association between plagiocephaly and developmental delay and the timing of these diagnoses in a primary care setting, where plagiocephaly is commonly diagnosed and managed. METHODS Our retrospective analysis used electronic medical record data from 45 primary care sites within a children's health system from 1999 to 2017, including children aged 0 to 5 years with diagnoses determined by physician diagnosis codes at primary care visits. Children were classified in the plagiocephaly group if diagnosis occurred by 12 months of age. Primary outcome was any developmental delay. Pearson χ2 test, Fisher exact test, and logistic regression analyses were conducted, with multivariable models adjusted for sex, race, ethnicity, insurance, prematurity status (22-36 weeks' gestation), primary care sites, birth year, and diagnoses of abnormal tone and torticollis. RESULTS Of 77,108 patients seen by 12 months, 2315 (3.0%) were diagnosed with plagiocephaly, with an increase in diagnosis prevalence over the study time frame. Plagiocephaly was independently associated with an increased odds of any developmental delay diagnosis (adjusted odds ratio 1.50, 95% confidence interval 1.32-1.70). The diagnosis of plagiocephaly was recorded before the diagnosis of developmental delay in most cases when both diagnoses were present (374 of 404, 92.6%). CONCLUSION Data from a large primary care cohort demonstrate an association between plagiocephaly and developmental delay, affirming findings in previous subspecialty literature.
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- Jessica F. Rohde
- Department of Pediatrics, Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA
- Department of General Pediatrics, Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children, Wilmington, DE
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- Department of Pediatrics, Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA
- Department of General Pediatrics, Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children, Wilmington, DE
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- Biostatistics Core, Biomedical Research, Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children, Wilmington, DE
- Applied Economics and Statistics, University of Delaware, Newark, DE
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- Department of Pediatrics, Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA
- Department of General Pediatrics, Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children, Wilmington, DE
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- Department of Pediatrics, Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA
- Department of General Pediatrics, Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children, Wilmington, DE
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Takamatsu A, Hikosaka M, Kaneko T, Mikami M, Kaneko A. Evaluation of the Molding Helmet Therapy for Japanese Infants with Deformational Plagiocephaly. JMA J 2021; 4:50-60. [PMID: 33575503 PMCID: PMC7872780 DOI: 10.31662/jmaj.2020-0006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2020] [Accepted: 09/01/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Deformational plagiocephaly (DP) is cranial flattening on one side of the back of the skull produced by an extrinsic force on the intrinsically normal skull. When the flattening is symmetrical, the deformity is called deformational brachycephaly (DB). In the US, its prevalence has increased since the "Back to Sleep" campaign by the American Association of Pediatrics. Helmet therapy is reported to be effective in improving head deformity by multiple studies, but there are few evidences from Japan. The purpose of this study is to investigate the safety and efficacy of helmet therapy for DP, and the feasibility of introducing this treatment to the clinical setting in Japan. METHODS This was a single-arm, retrospective, nonrandomized study. Data were collected on infants who visited the "Clinic for Baby's Head Shape" in the National Center for Child Health and Development, Tokyo, Japan, between 2011 and 2014. Improvements in Argenta classification, cranial asymmetry (CA), and cranial vault asymmetry index (CVAI) were evaluated. The relationships between CA and influencing factors were evaluated using a linear mixed-effects model. RESULTS Three hundred eighty-seven infants (273 boys and 114 girls; average age, 4.7 months) visited the clinic during the period, and 159 patients who completed the helmet therapy were analyzed. There were statistically significant improvements in Argenta classification, CA, and CVAI. Almost all of the parents reported increased sweating and mild skin irritation, but no adverse events necessitated the cessation of helmet therapy, except for one patient with increased sweating. CONCLUSIONS Helmet therapy is safe and effective in treating DP and is feasible to introduce to the clinical setting in Japan. Through the distribution of knowledge regarding the etiology and treatment of head deformity, earlier detection and an evidence-based approach to head deformity are expected in the future.
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- Ako Takamatsu
- Division of Plastic Surgery, National Center for Child Health and Development, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, National Center for Child Health and Development, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, National Center for Child Health and Development, Tokyo, Japan
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- Biostatistics, Clinical Research Center, National Center for Child Health and Development, Tokyo, Japan
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Yang W, Hu B, Chen J, Shen W, Wang C, Chang Q, Li W, Qu F, Pan Q, Zhang Y. Analysis of cranial type characteristics in term infants: a multi-center study. BMC Pediatr 2021; 21:20. [PMID: 33468075 PMCID: PMC7816445 DOI: 10.1186/s12887-020-02374-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2020] [Accepted: 10/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Positional head deformity (PHD) is defined as a change in the shape of an infant’s skull due to an external force. In certain cases, it can lead to cosmetic deformities or even neurological issues due to its impact on the developing nervous system. Therefore, we conducted this study to investigate the incidence and characteristics of PHD in term infants in China and preliminarily establish a localized diagnostic reference standard. Methods Overall, 4456 term infants from three medical institutions in Chongqing were and divided and analyzed according to their age. Cranial vault asymmetry (CVA) and cephalic index (CI) were calculated in all infants. The current international diagnostic criteria were used to understand PHD incidence and analyze the CVA and CI distribution. Results According to the current international standards, the total detection rate of PHD in Chongqing’s term infants was 81.5%, with brachycephaly alone being the most frequent (39.4%), followed by brachycephaly with plagiocephaly (34.8%) and plagiocephaly alone (6.2%). The detection rates of dolichocephaly were low: alone, 0.9% and combined with plagiocephaly, 0.2%. According to age, plagiocephaly (44.5%) and brachycephaly (82.0%) were the most frequent in the 2-3-month group. The 75th/90th/97th and 3rd/10th/25th/75th/90th/97th percentiles of CVA and CIs were 0.4/0.7/1.0 and 76.4/78.8/82.3/91.1/94.6/99.2%, respectively. Conclusions According to the current international standards, the PHD detection rate among term infants in Chongqing was high. Therefore, a new diagnostic standard for Chinese infants was proposed where CVA ≥ 0.4 cm indicates plagiocephaly, CI ≥ 91% indicates brachycephaly, and CI ≤ 82% indicates dolichocephaly.
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- Wang Yang
- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, 400037, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, 400037, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Child Health Care, Yongchuan Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital of Chongqing, 402160, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Child Health Care, Wanzhou Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital of Chongqing, 404000, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, 400037, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, 400037, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, 400037, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, 400037, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, 400037, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, 400037, Chongqing, China.
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Pastor-Pons I, Lucha-López MO, Barrau-Lalmolda M, Rodes-Pastor I, Rodríguez-Fernández ÁL, Hidalgo-García C, Tricás-Moreno JM. Interrater and Intrarater Reliability of Cranial Anthropometric Measurements in Infants with Positional Plagiocephaly. CHILDREN-BASEL 2020; 7:children7120306. [PMID: 33348822 PMCID: PMC7766735 DOI: 10.3390/children7120306] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2020] [Revised: 12/09/2020] [Accepted: 12/15/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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(1) Background: anthropometric measurements with calipers are used to objectify cranial asymmetry in positional plagiocephaly but there is controversy regarding the reliability of different methodologies. Purpose: to analyze the interrater and intrarater reliability of direct anthropometric measurements with caliper on defined craniofacial references in infants with positional plagiocephaly. (2) Methods: 62 subjects (<28 weeks), with a difference of at least 5 mm between cranial diagonal diameters. Maximal cranial circumference, length and width and diagonal cranial diameters were measured. Intrarater (2 measurements) and interrater (2 raters) reliability was analyzed. (3) Results: intra- and interrater reliability of the maximal cranial length and width and right cranial diagonal was excellent: intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) > 0.9. Intrarater and interrater reliability for the left cranial diagonal was excellent: ICC > 0.9 and difference in agreement in the Bland-Altman plot 0.0 mm, respectively. Intrarater and interrater reliability for the maximal cranial circumference was good: differences in agreement in Bland-Altman plots: intra: −0.03 cm; inter: −0.12 cm. (4) Conclusions: anthropometric measurements in a sample of infants with moderate positional plagiocephaly have shown excellent intra- and interrater reliability for maximal cranial length, maximal cranial width, and right and left cranial diagonals, and good intra- and interrater reliability in maximal cranial circumference measurement.
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- Iñaki Pastor-Pons
- Instituto de Terapias Integrativas, 50001 Zaragoza, Spain; (I.P.-P.); (M.B.-L.); (I.R.-P.)
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- Departamento de Fisiatría y Enfermería, Unidad de Investigación en Fisioterapia, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain; (C.H.-G.); (J.M.T.-M.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-626-480-131
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- Instituto de Terapias Integrativas, 50001 Zaragoza, Spain; (I.P.-P.); (M.B.-L.); (I.R.-P.)
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- Instituto de Terapias Integrativas, 50001 Zaragoza, Spain; (I.P.-P.); (M.B.-L.); (I.R.-P.)
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- Departamento de Fisiatría y Enfermería, Unidad de Investigación en Fisioterapia, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain; (C.H.-G.); (J.M.T.-M.)
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- Departamento de Fisiatría y Enfermería, Unidad de Investigación en Fisioterapia, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain; (C.H.-G.); (J.M.T.-M.)
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Birgfeld CB, Heike C. Distinguishing Between Lambdoid Craniosynostosis and Deformational Plagiocephaly: A Review of This Paradigm Shift in Clinical Decision-Making and Lesson for the Future. Craniomaxillofac Trauma Reconstr 2020; 13:248-252. [PMID: 33456695 DOI: 10.1177/1943387520965801] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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The cause of occipital asymmtery can be either extrinsic or intrinsic. Intrinsic causes include lambdoid craniosynsotosis. This condition is generally treated with cranial vault expansion surgery. Extrinsic causes include deformational plagiocephaly, which became commonplace after the "Back to Sleep Campaign" instituted in the 1980s by the American Academy of Pediatrics. The treatment of this condition is non surgical. Dr. Joseph Gruss was instumental in differentiating between these conditions and reducing the number of unnecessary surgeries that were previously being performed.
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- Craig B Birgfeld
- Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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DeGrazia M, Ahtam B, Rogers-Vizena CR, Proctor M, Porter C, Vyas R, Laurentys CT, Bergling E, McLaughlin K, Grant PE. Brain Characteristics Noted Prior to and Following Cranial Orthotic Treatment. Child Neurol Open 2020; 7:2329048X20949769. [PMID: 32884966 PMCID: PMC7440724 DOI: 10.1177/2329048x20949769] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Objective: This case report aims to assess a potential association between cranial asymmetry, brain deformation, and associated developmental delay. Study Design: Two infants born at ≥37 weeks pursuing cranial orthotic treatment for severe Deformational Plagiocephaly (DP) (cranial vault asymmetry index >8.75%) underwent developmental assessment using Mullen Scales of Early Learning (MSEL) and non-sedated brain structural and diffusion magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) prior to and following cranial orthotic treatment. Results: In both infants with DP, tractography results revealed alterations in the white matter pathways of the brain. Both infants also had low to low/normal visual receptivity and fine motor skills. After cranial orthotic treatment, cranial asymmetry improved but did not completely resolve, tractography demonstrated a change toward normalized white matter pathways, and visual receptivity and fine motor skills improved. Conclusions: These preliminary findings suggest a potential link between DP, altered brain structures, and developmental assessment. Further investigation with a larger sample is warranted.
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- Michele DeGrazia
- Cardiovascular and Critical Care, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.,Department of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.,Division of Newborn Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.,Division of Newborn Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.,Fetal-Neonatal Neuroimaging and Developmental Science Center, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Plastic and Oral Surgery, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.,Department of Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.,Department of Neurosurgery, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Cardiovascular and Critical Care, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.,Division of Newborn Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.,Fetal-Neonatal Neuroimaging and Developmental Science Center, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.,Division of Newborn Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.,Fetal-Neonatal Neuroimaging and Developmental Science Center, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Cardiovascular and Critical Care, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.,Division of Newborn Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.,Fetal-Neonatal Neuroimaging and Developmental Science Center, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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Kunz F, Hirth M, Schweitzer T, Linz C, Goetz B, Stellzig-Eisenhauer A, Borchert K, Böhm H. Subjective perception of craniofacial growth asymmetries in patients with deformational plagiocephaly. Clin Oral Investig 2020; 25:525-537. [PMID: 32607831 PMCID: PMC7819928 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-020-03417-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2020] [Accepted: 06/16/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Objectives The present investigation aimed to evaluate the subjective perception of deformational cranial asymmetries by different observer groups and to compare these subjective perceptions with objective parameters. Materials and methods The 3D datasets of ten infants with different severities of deformational plagiocephaly (DP) were presented to 203 observers, who had been subdivided into five different groups (specialists, pediatricians, medical doctors (not pediatricians), parents of infants with DP, and laypersons). The observers rated their subjective perception of the infants’ cranial asymmetries using a 4-point Likert-type scale. The ratings from the observer groups were compared with one another using a multilevel modelling linear regression analysis and were correlated with four commonly used parameters to objectively quantify the cranial asymmetries. Results No significant differences were found between the ratings of the specialists and those of the parents of infants with DP, but both groups provided significantly more asymmetric ratings than did pediatricians, medical doctors, or laypersons. Moreover, the subjective perception of cranial asymmetries correlated significantly with commonly used parameters for objectively quantifying cranial asymmetries. Conclusions Our results demonstrate that different observer groups perceive the severity of cranial asymmetries differently. Pediatricians’ more moderate perception of cranial asymmetries may reduce the likelihood of parents to seek therapeutic interventions for their infants. Moreover, we identified some objective symmetry-related parameters that correlated strongly with the observers’ subjective perceptions. Clinical relevance Knowledge about these findings is important for clinicians when educating parents of infants with DP about the deformity.
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- Felix Kunz
- Department of Orthodontics, University Hospital Würzburg, Pleicherwall 2, D-97070, Würzburg, Germany.
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- User-centric Analysis of Multimedia Data Group of TU Ilmenau, Ilmenau, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Würzburg, Würzburg, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital Würzburg, Würzburg, Germany
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- Department of Orthodontics, University Hospital Würzburg, Pleicherwall 2, D-97070, Würzburg, Germany
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- Communication Networks of the University of Würzburg, Würzburg, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital Würzburg, Würzburg, Germany
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Perceptions and Preferences of Laypersons in the Management of Positional Plagiocephaly. J Craniofac Surg 2020; 31:1613-1619. [PMID: 32487828 DOI: 10.1097/scs.0000000000006524] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Uncertain clinical evidence for treating positional plagiocephaly, especially with helmet therapy, creates difficulties in counseling parents of patients. This study investigates layperson perceptions and treatment preferences for positional plagiocephaly to provide patient-oriented evidence for management. METHODS Adult laypersons were recruited through crowdsourcing to view digitally-modified images of normal, mildly, moderately, or severely plagiocephalic infant heads. Participants provided demographic information and rated the infant's head shape and potential related social difficulties, likelihood of consulting a physician for treatment options, and likelihood of seeking helmeting treatment for the infant. RESULTS Nine hundred forty-five individuals participated in the study. Perception of head shape, prediction of future embarrassment and social difficulties, likelihood of seeking physician evaluation, likelihood of choosing helmet therapy, and willingness-to-pay for helmet therapy were pairwise-different between 4 plagiocephaly severities (corrected-P < 0.001 for all), except between normocephaly (n = 194) and mild (n = 334) plagiocephaly or between moderate (n = 203) and severe (n = 214) plagiocephaly. Younger respondents were more likely to consult a physician (uncorrected-P = 0.016) and choose helmet therapy (uncorrected-P = 0.004) for infants with normocephaly or mild plagiocephaly. Parents of children with physical disabilities were 6 times as likely as other participants to choose helmet therapy for mild plagiocephaly (corrected-P = 0.036). CONCLUSIONS Laypersons perceived moderate and severe plagiocephaly as equally abnormal and mild plagiocephaly as normal, consistent with their treatment preferences. Parents of physically disabled children were significantly more likely than other participants to choose helmet therapy. Our findings provide medical professionals with lay perspectives on positional plagiocephaly that may facilitate effective counseling of parents.
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Wen J, Qian J, Zhang L, Ji C, Guo X, Chi X, Tong M. Effect of helmet therapy in the treatment of positional head deformity. J Paediatr Child Health 2020; 56:735-741. [PMID: 31868272 DOI: 10.1111/jpc.14717] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2019] [Revised: 10/02/2019] [Accepted: 11/25/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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AIM Most positional head deformities can be treated conservatively with postural correction training or a head orthosis ('helmet'). We aimed to investigate whether infants with helmet therapy have cosmetic improvement in head deformity. METHODS A total of 376 infants at age 2-40 months who were diagnosed with mild-moderate-severe positional head deformity were enrolled. Among these infants, 101 infants were treated with helmet therapy or postural correction training. After matching by infant's age and time of therapy, three retrospective cohort studies of 56 infants were conducted for infants with plagiocephaly, brachycephaly and asymmetrical brachycephaly, respectively. The cephalic ratio (CR), radial symmetry index (RSI), cranial vault asymmetry (CVA) and cranial vault asymmetry index (CVAI) were compared between two groups before and after treatment. RESULTS Before treatment, no significant differences in CR, RSI, CVA and CVAI between groups were found. After treatment, compared with the postural correction training group, the helmet therapy group had significant improvements in CR, RSI, CVA or CVAI (Plagiocephaly: PCVA = 0.017, PCVAI = 0.028; Brachycephaly: PCR = 0.002; Asymmetrical brachycephaly: PRSI = 0.002, PCVA < 0.001, PCVAI < 0.001). Moreover, there was no significant difference in head circumference growth between the groups. CONCLUSIONS Helmet therapy may be more effective in the treatment of mild-moderate-severe positional head deformity than postural correction training in infants. And helmet therapy may not hinder head circumference growth.
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- Juan Wen
- Department of Children Health Care, Women's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital, Nanjing, China.,Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Institute, Women's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Children Health Care, Women's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Children Health Care, Women's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Children Health Care, Women's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital, Nanjing, China.,Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Institute, Women's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Children Health Care, Women's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital, Nanjing, China.,Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Institute, Women's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Children Health Care, Women's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital, Nanjing, China.,Institute of Pediatrics, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Children Health Care, Women's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital, Nanjing, China.,Institute of Pediatrics, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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Kaiser G, Degenhardt BF, Michael Menke J, Snider KT. Characteristics and Treatment of Pediatric Patients in an Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Clinic. J Osteopath Med 2020; 120:153-163. [DOI: 10.7556/jaoa.2020.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Context
Osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) is recognized as an adjunctive medical approach for the treatment of pediatric patients, but few studies have detailed the pediatric conditions that prompt the use of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) or the types and frequency of OMT used.
Objective
To present descriptive data of pediatric patients receiving OMT from a neuromusculoskeletal medicine/OMM outpatient clinic.
Methods
Data were drawn from electronic health records from a single outpatient specialty clinic for pediatric clinical encounters involving OMT that took place between January 1, 2014, and December 31, 2016. Encounter notes and billing records were reviewed for demographic information, presenting complaints, clinical assessments, somatic dysfunction assessments, OMT techniques used, and payment method. Data were categorized by patient age and analyzed.
Results
Five hundred thirty-seven pediatric patients (321 girls, 216 boys) received OMT during the study. These patients accounted for 1688 clinical encounters (1106 for girls, 582 for boys). Mean (SD) number of encounters was 2.7 (1.3) encounters for boys and 3.5 (1.1) encounters for girls. A higher percentage of patients younger than age 2 were boys, while a higher percentage of patients older than age 2 were girls (both P=.005). Musculoskeletal complaints and assessments were the most common for children aged 6 years and older; misshapen head, feeding difficulties, and colic were the most frequently reported for children younger than 6 years. There were 8557 somatic dysfunction assessments documented; thoracic and cervical somatic dysfunction were most commonly assessed. There were 8485 OMT techniques documented, and myofascial release was most frequently used. Encounters with self-pay patients (n=72) involved fewer somatic dysfunction assessments (P<.001) than encounters with patients using private insurance (n=1060) or Medicaid (n=542).
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The electronic health records reviewed in the current study revealed descriptive data of pediatric patients presenting to an OMM clinic; these data were rarely documented in previous literature. They may be used by clinicians to better understand the role of OMM as a pediatric adjunctive medical approach and to identify conditions to target for future outcome studies based on common presenting complaints.
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Khormi Y, Chiu M, Goodluck Tyndall R, Mortenson P, Smith D, Steinbok P. Safety and efficacy of independent allied healthcare professionals in the assessment and management of plagiocephaly patients. Childs Nerv Syst 2020; 36:373-377. [PMID: 31728704 DOI: 10.1007/s00381-019-04400-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2018] [Accepted: 09/27/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND The incidence of positional plagiocephaly has increased significantly over the last two decades, which has caused a service delivery challenge for pediatric neurosurgeons. As a potential solution to the long waitlists for abnormal head shape, a plagiocephaly clinic was established at BC Children's Hospital (BCCH) in Vancouver, Canada. This clinic was supervised by an occupational therapist who had been trained by a neurosurgeon to independently assess and manage patients with a referring diagnosis of positional plagiocephaly. OBJECTIVES To determine the efficiency of the BCCH Plagiocephaly Clinic in the management of positional plagiocephaly patients and to investigate the clinic's ability to appropriately identify and refer patients with craniosynostosis to pediatric neurosurgeons for further assessment. METHODS A retrospective chart review was conducted to identify patients who were assessed and managed at the BCCH Plagiocephaly Clinic between 2008 and 2014. Data on patient demographics, head shape measurements, and treatment recommendations were collected, and the BC Children's neurosurgical database was cross-referenced to identify craniosynostosis cases missed by the Plagiocephaly Clinic. A descriptive analysis of the clinic's average wait times, severity of the patients' plagiocephaly, and recommended interventions was conducted. In addition, the sensitivity and specificity of the clinic's ability to appropriately refer craniosynostosis patients to pediatric neurosurgery were calculated. RESULTS Of 1752 patients seen in the BC Children's Plagiocephaly Clinic between 2008 and 2014, 66% of patients received counseling about repositioning, 34% were referred for head banding, 19% were referred to physiotherapy for torticollis, and 1.4% were referred to the BC Children's Pediatric Neurosurgery Clinic for suspicion of craniosynostosis. The mean time from referral to first assessment by the Plagiocephaly Clinic was 41 days, and time from referral by the plagiocephaly clinic to diagnosis of craniosynostosis by a pediatric neurosurgeon was 8 days. Pediatric neurosurgeons requested imaging for 6 of the referred patients (25% ). The sensitivity and specificity of the plagiocephaly clinic for referral of craniosynostosis patients to the Pediatric Neurosurgery Clinic were 100 and 99%, respectively. CONCLUSION The BC Children's Plagiocephaly Clinic is efficient and safe for the initial evaluation and treatment of patients with positional plagiocephaly. The clinic's model decreases wait times, appropriately manages patients with positional plagiocephaly, screens for craniosynostosis with high sensitivity and specificity, and takes pressure off outpatient neurosurgical clinics. This model for assessment of plagiocephaly could be considered in other medical centers.
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- Yahya Khormi
- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Jazan University, Gizan, Saudi Arabia.
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- Division of Neurology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada.,Department of Pediatrics, British Columbia Children's Hospital, Vancouver, Canada
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, University of West Indies and University Hospital of West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, British Columbia Children's Hospital, Vancouver, BC, Canada.,Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Department of Pediatrics, British Columbia Children's Hospital, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada.,Department of Surgery, British Columbia Children's Hospital, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Picart T, Beuriat PA, Szathmari A, Di Rocco F, Mottolese C. Positional cranial deformation in children: A plea for the efficacy of the cranial helmet in children. Neurochirurgie 2020; 66:102-109. [PMID: 31958410 DOI: 10.1016/j.neuchi.2019.10.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2019] [Revised: 10/15/2019] [Accepted: 10/16/2019] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Cranial deformations have historically aroused the interest of people worldwide. One of the more debated points about positional plagiocephaly is the choice of the treatment. In this article, the senior author (CM) shares his experience on almost 30 years of use of the helmet molding therapy in children with deformation plagiocephaly. METHODS AND POPULATION We retrospectively and systematically reviewed the cases of 2188 patients (75% males and 25% females) presenting positional head deformity and treated between 1991 and 2013 with a cranial helmet. To assess the effectiveness of the helmet, we compared the cranial index in bilateral plagiocephaly and the Cranial Diagonals Difference (CDD) in unilateral plagiocephaly at the beginning and at the end of the treatment. RESULTS The cranial indexes ranged between 94.4% and 124.2% before the treatment and decreased significantly between 86.8% and 121.4% after the treatment (P<0.01). The CDD ranged between 0.3 cm and 4.5 cm with an average of 1.50±0.54 cm before the treatment and decreased significantly between 0.1 cm and 2.5 cm with an average of 0.72±0.37 cm after the treatment (P<0.01). For unilateral plagiocephaly, at the beginning of the treatment, 2.5% children presented a mild plagiocephaly, 19.6% a moderate plagiocephaly and 77.9% a severe plagiocephaly. At the end of the treatment, the deformation was classified as mild in 40.2% children, moderate in 44.3% children and severe in 15.5% children with significantly less children in the most severe subgroups (P<0.01) Facial symmetry pre-existed before the treatment in 13.7% of children. This rate was significantly increased at the end of the treatment to 66.7% (P<0.01). In only 8 cases (0.2%), the helmet therapy did not allow to obtain correct clinical results and a surgical posterior cranial remodeling was performed. CONCLUSIONS The results observed in this series confirms that cranial helmet is a simple and well tolerated alternative which bring satisfying results. Its success implies a good collaboration with parents and a management both by orthoptist, physiotherapist and doctor. Nevertheless, it remains many controversies in the literature concerning in particular long-term cosmetic and functional outcomes. A long-term multicentric prospective study could enable to remove doubts.
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- T Picart
- Department of Pediatric Neurosurgery, Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant, 32, avenue du Doyen Jean-Lépine, 69677 Bron cedex, France; Claude-Bernard University Lyon 1, 8, avenue Rockefeller, 69003 Lyon; Reference center for Craniosynostosis, Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant, 32, avenue du Doyen Jean-Lépine, 69677 Bron cedex, France
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- Department of Pediatric Neurosurgery, Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant, 32, avenue du Doyen Jean-Lépine, 69677 Bron cedex, France; Claude-Bernard University Lyon 1, 8, avenue Rockefeller, 69003 Lyon; Reference center for Craniosynostosis, Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant, 32, avenue du Doyen Jean-Lépine, 69677 Bron cedex, France
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- Department of Pediatric Neurosurgery, Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant, 32, avenue du Doyen Jean-Lépine, 69677 Bron cedex, France; Claude-Bernard University Lyon 1, 8, avenue Rockefeller, 69003 Lyon; Reference center for Craniosynostosis, Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant, 32, avenue du Doyen Jean-Lépine, 69677 Bron cedex, France
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- Department of Pediatric Neurosurgery, Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant, 32, avenue du Doyen Jean-Lépine, 69677 Bron cedex, France; Claude-Bernard University Lyon 1, 8, avenue Rockefeller, 69003 Lyon; Reference center for Craniosynostosis, Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant, 32, avenue du Doyen Jean-Lépine, 69677 Bron cedex, France
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- Department of Pediatric Neurosurgery, Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant, 32, avenue du Doyen Jean-Lépine, 69677 Bron cedex, France; Claude-Bernard University Lyon 1, 8, avenue Rockefeller, 69003 Lyon; Reference center for Craniosynostosis, Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant, 32, avenue du Doyen Jean-Lépine, 69677 Bron cedex, France.
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Kim EH, Kim KE, Jeon J, Sheen YH, Lee HS, Yoon SY, Kim NH, Choi KM. Delayed Motor Development and Infant Obesity as Risk Factors for Severe Deformational Plagiocephaly: A Matched Case-Control Study. Front Pediatr 2020; 8:582360. [PMID: 33262962 PMCID: PMC7686236 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2020.582360] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2020] [Accepted: 10/15/2020] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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The prevalence of deformational plagiocephaly (DP) has increased since the recommendation of positioning infants to their back during sleeping and is affected by various biological and environmental factors. This study aimed to investigate associations between DP and perinatal or infant characteristics, including obesity. This case-control study included 135 infants (81 males) aged 2-12 months who were diagnosed with DP using calculated cranial vault asymmetric index and cranial index and 135 age- and sex-matched controls. Motor development was evaluated using the Alberta Infant Motor Scale, and obesity was defined by body mass index. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression models were used to assess potential risk factors for DP and its severity. One hundred thirty-five infants with DP were divided into the following three subgroups according to severity indicated by the cranial vault asymmetry index: mild to moderate group (n = 87, 64.4%), severe group (n = 48, 35.6%), and a combined plagiocephaly and brachycephaly group (n = 79, 58.5%). Independent risk factors significantly associated with development of DP were bottle-only feeding (adjusted odds ratio (aOR) = 4.65; 95% CI: 2.70-8.00), little tummy time when awake (aOR = 3.51, 95% CI: 1.71-7.21), delay of motor development (aOR = 2.85, 95% CI: 1.08-7.49), and obesity at diagnosis (aOR = 2.45, 95% CI: 1.02-5.90). Among these risk factors, delay of motor development (aOR = 4.91, 95% CI: 1.46-16.51) and obesity at diagnosis (aOR = 4.10, 95% CI: 1.42-11.90) were particularly related to severe DP. In conclusion, this study confirms that DP risk is positively associated with bottle-only feeding, infrequent tummy time, and delayed development of motor milestones. Notably, this study demonstrates infant obesity as a new risk factor for DP. Our findings suggest that obesity should be identified early and managed comprehensively in infants with DP.
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- Eun-Hee Kim
- Department of Pediatrics, Sejong Chungnam National University Hospital, Chungnam National University School of Medicine, Sejong, South Korea.,Department of Pediatrics, CHA Gangnam Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, CHA Gangnam Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, CHA Gangnam Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, CHA Gangnam Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, CHA Gangnam Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, CHA Gangnam Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, CHA Gangnam Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, CHA Gangnam Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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Yang W, Chen J, Shen W, Wang C, Wu Z, Chang Q, Li W, Lv K, Pan Q, Li H, Ha D, Zhang Y. Prevalence of positional skull deformities in 530 premature infants with a corrected age of up to 6 months: a multicenter study. BMC Pediatr 2019; 19:520. [PMID: 31888564 PMCID: PMC6937833 DOI: 10.1186/s12887-019-1864-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2019] [Accepted: 11/28/2019] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Background Positional deformities (PD) are common during early infancy. Severe cases may result in facial abnormalities and be associated with delayed neurological development in infants. The earlier the detection of PD, the better the intervention effect and the lower the cost of treatment. Currently, there are many studies on PD in Europe and the United States. However, in China, there is little data on the basic metrics and incidence of PD. Premature infants have a high risk of PD. However, there are few studies on PD in premature infants globally, and none in Asia. This study aimed to investigate PD and its characteristics inpremature infants to help its early detection and intervention and thus improve the quality of life for premature infants. Methods We analyzed 530 preterm infants who visited the outpatient departments at Xinqiao Hospital of Army Medical University and Maternal and Child Health Care Hospitals of Wanzhou and Yongchuan Districts in Chongqing from September 1, 2016, to August 31, 2017. The head shape data measured by a simple manual method were recorded. The diagonal difference (DD) between the transcranial diagonals and the cranial index (CI) was calculated. PD and its incidences indifferent gestational ages and corrected age groups were analyzed. Results According to previously defined international diagnostic criteria, the incidence of plagiocephaly, brachycephaly, and dolichocephaly were 51.1, 85.1, and 3.0% respectively, and those of right and left plagiocephalywere69.4 and 30.6%, respectively. The incidence of PD was highest among infants with a gestational age of < 32 weeks and decreased as the gestational age increased. As the corrected age (CA) increased, the incidence of plagiocephaly and dolichocephaly decreased, and the incidence of brachycephaly increased. Conclusions PD incidence is high among preterm infants. As gestational age decreased, PD incidence and severity increased. Therefore, healthcare providers should implement early PD detection and intervention to prevent the adverse outcomes. The extremely high incidence of brachycephaly and extremely low incidence of dolichocephaly in this study are likely to be due to the variance of cranial metrics caused by cultural differences. The Chinese standards for infant cranial measurements must be established.
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- Wang Yang
- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Child Health Care, Yongchuan Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital of Chongqing, Chongqing, 402160, China
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- Department of Child Health Care, Wanzhou Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital of Chongqing, Chongqing, 404000, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Affiliate Hospital of Army Medical University, No. 83 Xinqiao Street, Chongqing, 400037, China.
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Non-synostotic plagiocephaly consists in an asymmetry of the skull due to mechanical forces applied in utero or postnatally: main differential diagnosis is with true synostotic asymmetry, which is caused by the premature closure of a suture. The correction of positional forms is mostly conservative, with 3 main strategies: counterpositioning, physiotherapy and helmet therapy. There is no synthesized evidence on which is the most effective. The Authors evaluate the modification of antropometric measurments before and after a pediatric physical therapy program in a sample of patients with non-synostotic skull asymmetry, in order to evaluate the improvements in the skull shape. The hypothesis being tested was that physical therapy alone could improve the antropometric measurments. The authors enrolled in this study 24 patients diagnosed of non-synostotic asymmetry, clinically and with ultrasound, referred to the Maxillo-facial Unit of Policlinico Umberto I, Rome, within 2013 and 2016. A standardized pediatric physical therapy intervention program was designed: it consisted in a combination of excercises and manipulative procedures to reduce positional preference, musculoskeletal disorders and cranial deformity. Infants received 16 sessions of physical therapy, of 40 minutes each, once a week, for four months. The Authors evaluate the variation of four anthropometric measurments, performed before and after the physical therapy program: Argenta scale, Oblique Diameter Difference Index (ODDI), Cranial Proportional Index (CPI) or Cephalic Ratio (CR), Cranial Vault Asymmetry Index (CVAI). Craniometric evaluations were extrapolated by standardized 2D digital photographs of frontal, sagittal and transverse planes, by the same physician to minimize bias. The management of positional cranial deformities is still controversially discussed and especially the effects of physiotherapy and osteopathy have been only marginally researched. Statistical analysis revealed the effectiveness of the protocol: all anthropometric measurements improved with a high rate, major in youngest children (P < 0.5) and in more severe first presentations (P < 0.05 or P < 0.01). The results suggest manipulative approach may improve the outcome in the long term follow up of cranial asymmetries.
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Launonen AM, Aarnivala H, Kyteas P, Vuollo V, Heikkinen T, Kau CH, Pirttiniemi P, Harila V, Valkama AM. A 3D Follow-Up Study of Cranial Asymmetry from Early Infancy to Toddler Age after Preterm versus Term Birth. J Clin Med 2019; 8:jcm8101665. [PMID: 31614700 PMCID: PMC6832468 DOI: 10.3390/jcm8101665] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2019] [Revised: 10/05/2019] [Accepted: 10/08/2019] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Preterm infants are at higher risk for both symmetrical and asymmetrical head molding. This study involved 3D stereophotogrammetry to assess the cranial growth, molding, and incidence of deformational plagiocephaly (DP) in preterm children compared to term born children. Thirty-four preterm infants and 34 term born controls were enrolled in this study from Oulu University Hospital, Finland. Three-dimensional head images were obtained at the age of 2–4 months (T1), 5–7 months (T2), 11–13 months (T3), and 2.5–3 years (T4) from the term equivalent age (TEA). There was no statistically significant difference in oblique cranial length ratio (OCLR), cephalic index (CI), or weighted asymmetry score (wAS) between the two groups. Occipital flattening, defined by flatness score (FS) was statistically significantly greater in the preterm group than in the term group at T1–T4 (p < 0.05). In both groups, OCLR improved gradually over time. There were no instances, in either group, of severe DP and no moderate DP after T2. Results indicate that DP affects preterm and full-term children almost equally during the first three years of life, and cranial asymmetry resolves at a similar rate in both preterm and term groups after three months of corrected age. Preterm infants present with more occipital flattening than full-term children.
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- Anniina M Launonen
- Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland.
- Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics, Unit of Oral Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland.
- Medical Research Center Oulu, Oulu, Finland.
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- Medical Research Center Oulu, Oulu, Finland.
- Department of Children and Adolescents, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland.
- PEDEGO Research Group, University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland.
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- Department of Orthodontics, University of Alabama, Birmingham, AL 35294-0007, USA.
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- Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland.
- Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics, Unit of Oral Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland.
- Medical Research Center Oulu, Oulu, Finland.
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- Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland.
- Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics, Unit of Oral Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland.
- Medical Research Center Oulu, Oulu, Finland.
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- Department of Orthodontics, University of Alabama, Birmingham, AL 35294-0007, USA.
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- Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland.
- Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics, Unit of Oral Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland.
- Medical Research Center Oulu, Oulu, Finland.
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- Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland.
- Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics, Unit of Oral Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland.
- Medical Research Center Oulu, Oulu, Finland.
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- Medical Research Center Oulu, Oulu, Finland.
- Department of Children and Adolescents, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland.
- PEDEGO Research Group, University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland.
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Deformational plagiocephaly: State of the art and review of the literature. Neurochirurgie 2019; 65:322-329. [PMID: 31562882 DOI: 10.1016/j.neuchi.2019.09.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2019] [Revised: 09/01/2019] [Accepted: 09/03/2019] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Kunz F, Schweitzer T, Große S, Waßmuth N, Stellzig-Eisenhauer A, Böhm H, Meyer-Marcotty P, Linz C. Head orthosis therapy in positional plagiocephaly: longitudinal 3D-investigation of long-term outcomes, compared with untreated infants and with a control group. Eur J Orthod 2019; 41:29-37. [PMID: 29617743 DOI: 10.1093/ejo/cjy012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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Background As there are very few long-term studies on the effects of head orthosis on deformational plagiocephaly (DP), we investigated the outcomes of patients, including facial symmetry and dental occlusion. Methods Forty-five infants with DP [cranial vault asymmetry index (CVAI) > 3.5 per cent] were divided into two groups: one treated with head orthosis (32 infants) and another without (13 infants). Another group without head asymmetry (CVAI ≤ 3.5 per cent) served as control. Using 3D-stereophotogrammetry, cranial asymmetry was analysed using symmetry-related variables [CVAI, posterior cranial asymmetry index (PCAI), and ear offset]. Data acquisition was performed before (T1) and at the end of treatment (T2), and at the age of 4 years (T3) for the treated group and at T1 and T3 for the remaining groups. Parameters of facial symmetry and dental occlusion were assessed at T3 for infants with DP. Results Symmetry-related variables (∆T1-T3) improved significantly more in the treated than the control group, whereas these parameters did not differ significantly between the untreated and control group. Comparing the treated and untreated groups between T1 and T3, the reduction in the asymmetry at the treated group was significantly higher for the CVAI and PCAI. In follow-up, the untreated group showed higher incidences of facial asymmetries than the treated group. Seventy-five per cent of all lateral crossbites found in patients with DP were contralateral to the posterior flattening. Limitations Due to ethical reasons, the investigation is a non-randomized study. Parameters of facial symmetry were only assed for the treated and untreated groups. Conclusion Head orthosis therapy in patients with DP leads to significantly better long-term outcomes. Facial asymmetries are more frequent in patients with DP who do not receive this treatment.
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- Felix Kunz
- Department of Orthodontics, University Hospital Würzburg, Germany
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- Department of Orthodontics, University Hospital Würzburg, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital Würzburg, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital Würzburg, Germany
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- Department of Orthodontics, University Hospital Göttingen, Germany
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Lennartsson F, Nordin P. Nonsynostotic plagiocephaly: a child health care intervention in Skaraborg, Sweden. BMC Pediatr 2019; 19:48. [PMID: 30727985 PMCID: PMC6364473 DOI: 10.1186/s12887-019-1405-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2018] [Accepted: 01/16/2019] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background The aim was to evaluate the intervention’s effect on prevention and reversal of nonsynostotic plagiocephaly. Methods Thirty-eight intervention group nurses were educated about nonsynostotic plagiocephaly and asked to follow guidelines; 18 control group nurses were not. In a longitudinal single-blinded clinical intervention, parents brought infants to well-child visits according to the national schedule. Cranial shape was assessed in 176 intervention and 92 control group infants at 2-, 4-, and 12-month visits. Results Asymmetry at two months reversed by four months four times more often in intervention than control subgroup infants (OR = 4.07, p = 0.02) when adjusted for parent awareness of written information from their nurse. Asymmetry at two months reversed by 12 months fivefold when parents were aware of written information (OR = 0.19, p = 0.04). The risk for persistent asymmetry at 12 months was lower for intervention than control group infants (RR = 0.35, p = 0.03). Of infants with no asymmetry at two months, 25% in intervention and 22% in control group developed brachycephaly. Conclusions The intervention contributed to early reversal and reducing infants’ risk for persistent asymmetry. Parents’ awareness of written information contributed to reversal. Preventing brachycephaly was difficult. Further research is needed. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s12887-019-1405-y) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Freda Lennartsson
- Department of Pediatrics, The Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, 416 85, Gothenburg, Sweden.
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- The Skaraborg Institute for Research and Development, Stationsgatan 12, 541 30, Skövde, Sweden
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