This problem occurs in infants and can lead to an abnormal head shape. The resulting shape of the skull is characteristic of and can be classified by the affected suture.
Surgical correction is often necessary depending on the severity of the deformity.
Most often this is performed by craniofacial surgeons. This is the most common form of craniosynostosis. It is usually relatively benign condition in that intracranial pressure is usually in the normal range. Cranial surgery is usually recommended, however, to give a more normal appearance. It consists of a narrow pointed forehead with close-set eyes.