Our darling little Juniper (youngest of 3 girls) was born with Sagittal craniosynostosis early last year. As soon as she was born, I immediately thought “her head looks unusual” (but still beautiful!). We were told that as she was born via c-section, maybe her head needed some time to “round out”.
Changing Faces, Changing Lives Contents Otherwise known as? Van der Woude syndrome is sometimes referred to by other names, though “Van der Woude syndrome” is the most widely recognized. Some other names or descriptions used for this condition include: Cleft lip-palate syndrome – This refers to the fact that Van der Woude syndrome often involves
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Changing Faces, Changing Lives Contents Otherwise known as? Stickler syndrome is also known by the following names: Hereditary Progressive Arthro-ophthalmopathy – This name highlights the condition’s primary features, including arthropathy (joint problems) and ophthalmopathy (eye issues). Stickler Collagenopathy – This name emphasizes the condition’s genetic cause, as it is linked to reduced collagen production. Stickler
Changing Faces, Changing Lives Contents What is Metopic Synostosis? Metopic synostosis is a condition where the metopic suture in a baby’s skull closes too early, before the brain has fully developed. Otherwise known as? Trigonocephaly and metopic craniosynostosis Signs & Symptoms Key characteristics of metopic synostosis: Skull Shape Differences: Trigonocephaly: a triangular-shaped forehead. Midline ridge:
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Changing Faces, Changing Lives Contents Otherwise known as? Carpenter syndrome is also known by the following names: Acrocephalopolysyndactyly type II (ACPS II) Craniofacial syndrome Craniofacial dysostosis, type II Craniosynostosis with polydactyly These names reflect the key features of the condition, which include craniosynostosis (premature fusion of skull sutures) and polydactyly (extra fingers or toes), among
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Changing Faces, Changing Lives Contents Otherwise known as? Pierre Robin sequence is also known by the following names: Pierre Robin syndrome Robin sequence Pierre Robin anomaly Pierre Robin malformation Signs & Symptoms Pierre Robin sequence is a condition that involves a combination of craniofacial differences. The primary features include micrognathia (a small jaw), cleft palate,
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Changing Faces, Changing Lives Contents Otherwise known as? Pfeiffer syndrome is also known by the following names: Craniofacial Dysostosis Type II Craniofacial Syndrome Type II Pfeiffer Syndrome with Syndactyly Craniosynostosis with Syndactyly These terms refer to the same genetic condition characterized by premature fusion of skull bones (craniosynostosis), leading to a different head shape and
Changing Faces, Changing Lives Contents What is Crouzon Syndrome? Crouzon syndrome: is a genetic condition characterized by craniosynostosis (premature fusion of skull bones), which affects the shape of the head and face. Otherwise known as? Craniofacial dysostosis Signs & Symptoms The severity of symptoms varies among individuals. 1. Craniofacial differences Craniosynostosis: Premature skull fusion leading
Changing Faces, Changing Lives Contents Otherwise known as? Sagittal synostosis is also known as scaphocephaly or dolichocephaly. These terms are used interchangeably to describe the condition where the sagittal suture, which runs along the top of the skull, fuses prematurely, affecting the growth of the head. Signs & Symptoms Sagittal synostosis is a condition where
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Changing Faces, Changing Lives Project TItle Cleft Speech & Language Therapy Fellowship Location University Hospitals Bristol, NHS Foundation Trust 2026 Fellow Kat Bray At a Glance Craniofacial Australia is excited to announce a new educational grant with our UK-based partner NHS University Hospitals Bristol and the Cleft Collective to fund our first Cleft Speech and
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