(Q67.3) Plagiocephaly

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383 693 in individuals diagnosis plagiocephaly confirmed

3 464 deaths with diagnosis plagiocephaly

1% mortality rate associated with the disease plagiocephaly

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis plagiocephaly is diagnosed Men are 45.64% more likely than Women

279 408

Men receive the diagnosis plagiocephaly

1 554 (0.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

104 285

Women receive the diagnosis plagiocephaly

1 910 (1.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease plagiocephaly - Men and Women aged 15-19

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-69

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 80-95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-79

Disease Features plagiocephaly

Non-contagious

High individual and public risk

Plagiocephaly - what does this mean

Plagiocephaly is a condition in which an infant's head has an asymmetrical shape due to a flattening of one side of the skull. it is often caused by positioning in the womb, prolonged pressure on the back of the head from lying in the same position, or from birth trauma during delivery.

What happens during the disease - plagiocephaly

Plagiocephaly is a condition characterized by an asymmetric shape of the skull, which is caused by a combination of external forces and/or genetic predisposition. in some cases, external forces such as prolonged positioning on the back, or a tight swaddle, can cause the skull to become misshapen. in other cases, genetic predisposition can cause the skull to be misshapen due to a lack of cranial sutures and/or the presence of craniosynostosis. in all cases, the skull bones become misshapen, resulting in the characteristic asymmetric shape of the head associated with plagiocephaly.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Physical examination
X-ray of the skull
CT scan of the skull
MRI of the skull
Hearing tests
Vision tests
Genetic testing

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To reduce the asymmetry of the skull and improve the appearance of the head

Physical Therapy to improve head position and strengthen neck muscles
Positioning and Postural Intervention to improve head shape
Cranial Remolding Orthosis (HELMET) to reshape the skull
Craniosacral Therapy to improve muscle tone and nerve pathways
Manual Therapy to improve mobility of the head and neck
Occupational Therapy to improve daily activities

14 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Plagiocephaly - Prevention

Plagiocephaly can be prevented by providing plenty of supervised tummy time for infants, repositioning the baby's head when sleeping, and avoiding extended use of car seats, swings, and other devices that keep the baby in one position for too long. additionally, parents should ensure that their baby is receiving proper nutrition and is receiving regular checkups with their healthcare provider.

Main symptoms of the disease plagiocephaly

Skull deformity

(Skull malformation, Cranial abnormality, Craniofacial anomaly, Craniosynostosis, Craniofacial dysplasia, Cranial deformity, Head deformity, Skull abnormality, Skull defect)

Skull deformity is a condition where the shape or size of the skull is abnormally altered. It can be present at birth or develop over time. Signs and symptoms may include an unusually shaped head, bulging eyes, unequal head size, and an inability to move the head in certain directions. It may also c...

Age: At null Years OldAccociated with 3 diseases

Exophthalmos

(Bulging eyes, Protruding eyes, Prominent eyes, Pop-eyed, Goggle eyes, Gooseberry eyes, Staring eyes, Glaring eyes, Bug-eyed)

Exophthalmos is a symptom of an underlying medical condition in which the eyes protrude out of their sockets. It is characterized by an abnormally large appearance of the eyes and can be accompanied by redness, watering, and a feeling of pressure. It develops gradually over time, but in some cases c...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 4 diseases

Visual impairment

(Vision loss, Blindness, Low vision, Partial sight, Visual deficit, Visual impairment, Vision impairment, Blurry vision, Eye problem, Vision problem)

Visual impairment is a decrease in the ability to see, either partial or complete. It can develop gradually or suddenly, and can be caused by a variety of conditions, such as cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. Symptoms can include blurry vision, difficulty seeing in...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 37 diseases

Bone deformity

(Skeletal abnormality, Bone malformation, Skeletal malformation, Bone abnormality, Skeletal disorder, Bone disorder, Bone deformity, Skeletal deformity, Bone misalignment, Skeletal misalignment)

Bone deformity is a condition in which the shape of the bone is altered due to disease or injury. It can be caused by a number of factors, including genetic abnormalities, trauma, infection, or tumors. Symptoms of bone deformity can include pain, swelling, limited range of motion, and deformity of t...

Age: any ageAccociated with 25 diseases

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