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Monographs in Human Genetics Vol. 19
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Craniosynostoses
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Molecular Genetics, Principles of Diagnosis, and Treatment
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Contents
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Editorial
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Preface
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Foreword
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Chapter 1
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Craniosynostosis: A Historical Overview
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Abstract
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General History
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Syndromic Craniosynostosis and GeneticDiscoveries
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History of Treatment Aspects ofCraniosynostosis
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Concluding Remarks
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 2
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Discovery of MSX2 Mutation in Craniosynostosis:A Retrospective View
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Abstract
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Family Identification
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Discovery of the Causative Mutation
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Functional Analyses of the Mutation
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Conclusion
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Acknowledgement
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References
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Chapter 3
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Regulation of Calvarial Bone Growth by MoleculesInvolved in the Craniosynostoses
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Abstract
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Anatomy and Origins of the Cranial Vault
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Calvarial Sutures as Intramembranous BoneGrowth Sites
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Transcriptional Control of OsteoblastCommitment and Differentiation
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Ephrins, Boundary Formation, and DirectedBone Growth
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Fibroblast Growth Factor Receptors in CranialOsteoblast Proliferation and Differentiation
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Transforming Growth Factor Beta, OsteoblastFunction, and Suture Maintenance
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Integration of Signaling and ConcludingRemarks
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References
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Chapter 4
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Signal Transduction Pathways and TheirImpairment in Syndromic Craniosynostosis
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Abstract
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Suture Anatomy
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Dura Mater
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Pericranium
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Osteogenic Fronts and Suture Mesenchyme
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Genes Associated with SyndromicCraniosynostosis
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Fibroblast Growth Factor (FGF) Receptors
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TWIST1
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MSX2
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Eph/Ephrin Signaling
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TGFß Signaling
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Integration of Pathways and Mechanisms ofCraniosynostosis
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References
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Chapter 5
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The Molecular Bases for FGF Receptor Activation inCraniosynostosis and Dwarfism Syndromes
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Abstract
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Structural and Biochemical Analysis ofMutations Leading to Ligand- Dependent Gainof Function
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Structural and Biochemical Analysis ofMutations Leading to Ligand- IndependentGain of Function
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Conclusion
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 6
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Recurrent Germline Mutations in the FGFR2/3Genes, High Mutation Frequency, Paternal Skewingand Age- Dependence
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Abstract
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Specific Human Germline NucleotideSubstitutions Predominantly Come from Menand Increase with Age
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Models to Explain Male Bias and the PaternalAge Effect
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Human Germline Nucleotide SubstitutionMutations Vary Markedly in Frequency
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Confirmation of High Nucleotide SubstitutionGermline Mutation Frequencies, Mutation HotSpot versus Germline Selection Model
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Testing the Mutation Hot Spot versusGermline Selection Model
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Experimental Analysis
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Apert Syndrome Mutation Frequencies inYoung Testis Donors
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Testis Distribution of a C to G TransversionMutation at a Control CpG Site
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By Including Selection, ComputationalAnalysis Explains the Testis Data
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The Parental Age Effect of Apert SyndromeOccurrence Revisited
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Why Does the Sperm Mutation Frequency Goup with Age?
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References
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Chapter 7
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Apert, Crouzon, and Pfeiffer Syndromes
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Abstract
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Apert Syndrome
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Crouzon Syndrome
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Pfeiffer Syndrome
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Acknowledgement
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References
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Chapter 8
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Muenke Syndrome
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Abstract
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Gene Discovery
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Inheritance and Genetic Counseling
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Clinical Findings and Diagnosis
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Management
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Molecular Pathogenesis
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Conclusions
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 9
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Saethre- Chotzen Syndrome: Clinical and MolecularGenetic Aspects
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Abstract
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Phenotypic Features
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The SCS Causing Gene TWIST1
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TWIST1 Mutational Spectrum
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Mouse Model
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Treatment
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References
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Chapter 10
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Craniofrontonasal Syndrome: Molecular Genetics,EFNB1 Mutations and the Concept of CellularInterference
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Abstract
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Clinical Features
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Pattern of Inheritance
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The CFNS Causing Gene EFNB1
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EFNB1 Mutation Spectrum
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Sex- Dependent Manifestation and ProposedPathomechanism in CFNS
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Genetic Mouse Models for CFNS
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 11
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Uncommon Craniosynostosis Syndromes: A Reviewof Thirteen Conditions
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Abstract
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Antley- Bixler Syndrome (MIM #207410)P450 Oxidoreductase (POR) Deficiency (MIM#201750)
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Baller- Gerold Syndrome (MIM #218600)
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Beare- Stevenson Cutis Gyrata Syndrome (MIM#123790)
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C (Opitz Trigonocephaly) Syndrome (MIM#211750)Bohring- Opitz Syndrome (MIM #605039)
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Carpenter Syndrome (MIM #201000)
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Crouzon Syndrome with Acanthosis Nigricans(MIM #612247)
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Jackson- Weiss Syndrome (MIM #123150)
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Jacobsen Syndrome (MIM #147791)
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Osteoglophonic Dysplasia (MIM #166250)
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Shprintzen- Goldberg Syndrome (MIM#182212)Loeys- Dietz Syndrome, Types IA and IB (MIM#609192, MIM #610168)
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 12
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Metopic Craniosynostosis Syndrome Due toMutations in GLI3
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Abstract
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Case Reports
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GLI3 Pathogenesis and Mutation Spectrum
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Genetic Mouse Models for GLI3 Disorders
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Conclusion and Implications
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 13
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Craniosynostosis and Chromosomal Alterations
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Abstract
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Chromosomal Alterations
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Craniosynostosis Syndromes Due toChromosomal Deletions: 9p and 11q
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Chromosomal Rearrangements and TheirContribution to the Identification ofCraniosynostotic Candidate Genes
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Submicroscopic Rearrangements:An Important Cause of Craniosynostosis?
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Conclusions
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References
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Chapter 14
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Nonsyndromic Craniosynostoses
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Abstract
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Scaphocephaly
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Trigonocephaly
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Anterior Plagiocephaly
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Brachycephaly
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Posterior Plagiocephaly
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Bisutural Synostosis
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Oxycephaly
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Acknowledgements
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References
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Chapter 15
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Molecular Genetic Testing of Patients withCraniosynostosis
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Abstract
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First Step: Clinical Evaluation
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Second Step: Genetic Workup ofCraniosynostosis
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Third Step: Interpretation of Test Results andGenetic Counseling
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References
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Chapter 16
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Prenatal Sonographic Diagnosis ofCraniosynostosis
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Abstract
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Ultrasound Examination of the Normal FetalSkull
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Ultrasound in Craniosynostosis
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Conclusion
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References
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Chapter 17
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Clinical Approach to Craniosynostosis
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Abstract
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Abnormal Head Shape in the Absence ofCraniosynostosis
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Abnormal Head Shape Due toCraniosynostosis
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Imaging Studies to Confirm Synostosis
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Underlying Etiology Varies by Affected Sutureor Sutures
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Clinical Evaluation: Family History
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Clinical Evaluation: Past Medical History
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Clinical Evaluation: Physical Examination
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Evaluation of Specific Organ Systems andTheir Function: Central Nervous System andNeurodevelopment
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Evaluation of Specific Organ Systems andTheir Function: OphthalmologicConsiderations
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Evaluation of Specific Organ Systems andTheir Function: OtolaryngologicConsiderations
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Evaluation of Specific Organ Systems andTheir Function: Growth and Feeding
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Evaluation of Specific Organ Systems andTheir Function: Internal Organs
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Evaluation of Specific Organ Systems andTheir Function: MusculoskeletalConsiderations
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Differential Diagnosis and Laboratory Testing
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Multidisciplinary Treatment Approach
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References
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Chapter 18
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Imaging Studies and Neurosurgical Treatment
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Abstract
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Technical Aids of Examination
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Principles of Treatment
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Surgical Risks
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Postoperative Surveillance and Strategies
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Management of Specific Types ofCraniosynostosis
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References
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Chapter 19
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Maxillofacial Examination and Treatment
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Abstract
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Development of the Midface
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Abnormalities of the Viscerocranium inCraniosynostosis
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Principles of Maxillofacial Treatment inPatients with Craniosynostosis
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References
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Author Index
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Subject Index
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