This article reviews the molecular structure, expression pattern, physiological function,
pathological roles and molecular mechanisms of Twist1 in development, genetic disease …

Craniosynostosis, the premature ossification of one or more skull sutures, is a clinically and
genetically heterogeneous congenital anomaly affecting approximately one in 2,500 live …

Craniosynostosis, defined as the premature fusion of the cranial sutures, presents many
challenges in classification and treatment. At least 20% of cases are caused by specific …

This guideline for care of children with craniosynostosis was developed by a national
working group with representatives of 11 matrix societies of specialties and the national …

Structured Abstract Authors–Cunningham ML, Seto ML, Ratisoontorn C, Heike CL, Hing AV
The syndromic craniosynostoses, usually involving multiple sutures, are hereditary forms of …

Craniosynostosis is a very heterogeneous group of disorders, in the etiology of which
genetics play an important role. Chromosomal alterations are important causative …

OBJECTIVE: Little is known about the long-term prevalence of elevated intracranial pressure
(ICP), obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), level of education, language and motor skills …

Inflammation is a beneficial response that can remove pathogens, repair injured tissue and
restore homeostasis to damaged tissues and organs. However, increasing evidence …

Almost 50% of patients with Apert, Crouzon or Pfeiffer syndrome develop obstructive sleep
apnea (OSA), mainly due to midface hypoplasia. Midface advancement is often the …

Abstract Craniosynostosis (occurrence: 1/2500 live births) is a result of premature fusion of
cranial sutures, leading to alterations of the pattern of cranial growth, resulting in abnormal …