[Imaging of cloverleaf skull]

J Radiol. 2001 Jan;82(1):59-62.
[Article in French]

Abstract

The cloverleaf skull is a rare and due to complex craniosynostosis. This malformation can be isolated or associated with extracranial skeletal anomalies. This anomaly has a poor prognosis both in terms of neurological outcome and esthetic appearance. Our report underscores the need to obtain a global study of the skull, the brain and the cerebral vessels with 3D reconstructions and MRI prior to early surgery.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Craniosynostoses / diagnostic imaging*
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Magnetic Resonance Angiography
  • Male
  • Radiography