Craniofacial anomalies (CFA) are a group of deformities in the growth of the skull and facial bones. These abnormalities are congenital (present at birth) and there are numerous variations.  While some are mild, many may require reconstructive surgery. ... Vascular Disorders of the Brain...
www.lpch.org/clinicalSpecialtiesServices/COE/BrainBehav... www.lpch.org/clinicalSpecialtiesServices/COE/BrainBehavior/Neurosurgery/craniofacialDisorders.html
; The following are brief descriptions and are intended to inform and are not intended for diagnosis. A geneticist who is a member of an experienced craniofacial team should make diagnosis.
www.ccakids.com/syn.asp
The Medscape Journal ... Allergy & Clinical Immunology ... Mental Disorders [etiology]
www.medscape.com/medline/abstract/15167229
The Medscape Journal ... Allergy & Clinical Immunology ... Diabetes & Endocrinology...
www.medscape.com/medline/abstract/1200470
The International Craniofacial Institute performs a multitude of treatment procedures on a wide variety of craniofacial and cleft lip and palate disorders. Please use our medical libraries to learn about the different craniofacial syndromes and deformities.
www.craniofacial.net/library.htm www.craniofacial.net/library.htm
In more complex cases, there is a team approach utilizing the expertise of a pediatric neurosurgeon and craniofacial surgeon. Surgery involves releasing the fused suture and reshaping the brow, eye orbits and skull as needed.
www.neurosurgerytoday.org/what/patient_e/craniosynostos... www.neurosurgerytoday.org/what/patient_e/craniosynostosis.asp
Information on 28 Specific Craniofacial Disorders ... For 40 years, FACES: The National Craniofacial Association has been dedicated to assisting children and adults who have craniofacial disorders resulting from disease, accident, or birth.
www.faces-cranio.org/
Childrens Faces -- Home of Pediatric Plastic Surgery, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery and The Center for Complex Facial Analysis ... While the following are general descriptions of various types of craniofacial disorders, it is important to remember that every case requires individualized attention from the craniofacial team.
www.childrensfaces.com/content/glossary/glossary.htm
Treatment of Craniofacial Disorders in Children ... The treatment of children with craniofacial disorders requires a comprehensive team approach. The combined expertise of the multidisciplinary Mayo Clinic craniofacial disorders team optimizes the holistic care of the child.
www.mayoclinic.org/pediatrics-rst/craniofacial.html www.mayoclinic.org/pediatrics-rst/craniofacial.html
The Craniofacial Center specializes in reconstructive surgery and plastic surgery for children with cleft palate and other complex craniofacial conditions. ... Our Craniofacial team is one of largest in the nation — and one of the most respected. That’s because our craniofacial specialists tailor a unique plan of care...
craniofacial.seattlechildrens.org/ craniofacial.seattlechildrens.org/