Rotation flap distraction osteogenesis for unicoronal synostosis

Alvin Wong, Arvin R. Wali, Bryan Ryba, Mihir Gupta, Michael L. Levy, Amanda A. Gosman

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Abstract

Unicoronal craniosynostosis is notoriously difficult to treat, with long-term studies demonstrating high rates of relapse and the need for reoperation using open fronto-orbital advancement. Applying the principles of distraction osteogenesis to cranial vault remodeling has demonstrated promising short-term results that compare favorably with traditional meth-ods, with simultaneous correction of both frontofacial and endocranial morphology, along with significant increases in intracranial volume. Here, the authors demonstrate their technique for rotation flap distraction osteogenesis in the treatment of unicoronal synostosis and provide case examples. The video can be found here: https://vimeo.com/519505008 https://thejns.org/doi/abs/10.3171/2021.1.FOCVID20124.

Original languageEnglish (US)
JournalNeurosurgical Focus: Video
Volume4
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 2021
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • bone flap
  • distraction osteogenesis
  • unicoronal craniosynostosis

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Surgery
  • Neurology

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