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Craniosynostosis repair
SURGERY TO REPAIR FUSED SKULL BONES IN BABIES
The surgery releases fused skull bones so that your child's skull forms properly
What is a craniosynostosis repair?
This surgical procedure corrects craniosynostosis, which is a condition where the plates of a newborn baby's skull fuse too early or in an abnormal way. The surgery remodels the shape of the skull to alter the abnormal growth pattern.
This procedure is carried out before the baby's first birthday, while the skull bones are still pliable.
Need to know
The operation is carried out under general anaesthetic, so your baby will be asleep throughout.
Two small incisions will be made in your baby's skin to access their skull. The fused bones will then be released so they can move and grow. This will also allow your baby's skull to remodel. The area will then be closed with sutures.
Your consultant will explain the procedure and answer any questions you might have. In the week before surgery, it’s important that your child stays healthy. Let your consultant know if your child has recently had a cold, as surgery may need to be postponed to reduce the risk of complications. Because general anaesthetic is used during the procedure, you may need to alter your child's feeding patterns. Your consultant will tell you how long this might be. Like all procedures, there may be some risks and side effects involved. Your consultant will explain these to you.
Your baby will be looked after in the intensive care unit after surgery. If recovery is going well, most children will be well enough to return home the following day.
Our Craniosynostosis repair consultants
Dr Benjamin Jacobs
Paediatrics
Dr Susie Gabbie
Paediatrics
Dr Fathima Mahomed
Paediatrics
Our Craniosynostosis repair locations
The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street W1G 8BJ London
The Portland Hospital
205-209 Great Portland Street W1W 5AH London
The Wilmslow Hospital
52-54 Alderley Road SK9 1NY Wilmslow
Patient stories
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Yvette (54) a journalist from Kent, started experiencing pain in her hip seven years ago in 2015. An ex-national gymnast who had been incredibly active and flexible her whole life, Yvette felt concerned about the growing discomfort impacting her quality of life, and so sought help from her GP.
A new hip and straight back into the spin of things
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Michael's MAKO hip surgery to treat his arthritis
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