Cephalic Disorders

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Overview

The term "cephalic disorders" refers to defects resulting from abnormal development of, or damage to, the brain and spinal cord. Cephalic disorders are present at or before birth. In most cases, the problem occurs early in the development of the fetal nervous system. In other cases, the problem occurs when the fibrous joints connecting the bones of the skull join prematurely.


Cephalic disorders may be caused by genetic conditions or by exposure of the mother and developing fet...Read the full article