Craniosynostoses - Molecular Genetics, Principles of Diagnosis, and Treatment.

Craniosynostoses - Molecular Genetics, Principles of Diagnosis, and Treatment.

von: Schmid, M. Schmid, Kress, W. Kress, Collmann, H. Collmann, Solomon, B.D. Solomon

Karger, 2011

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Craniosynostoses - Molecular Genetics, Principles of Diagnosis, and Treatment.


 

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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