children s health issues
Craniosynostosis
Treatment of Craniosynostosis
Surgery Sometimes use of a special helmet Craniosynostoses are usually corrected with surgery. However, a baby who has very mild craniosynostosis may not need surgery. Sometimes, a special helmet can be worn to help mold the baby’s skull into a more regular shape. Because abnormal genes may be involved in the formation of craniosynostoses, affected families may benefit from genetic counseling. 