by Gabriel De Leon | Skeletal System
Metopic Synostosis refers to the closure of the metopic suture, which results in a particular skull malformation. An infant’s skull is not one singular entity. In fact, it is a structure made of several bone plates. Between each plate, we find fibrous joints...
by Gabriel De Leon | Health & Wellbeing, Skeletal System
Dolichocephaly is a condition that consists of a noticeable malformation, a tall, narrow head. This term refers to an inherited malformation of the skull, which primarily affects infants. Dolichocephaly is not a life-threatening condition, but it’s usually...