Clinocephaly (Noun)
Meaning
A congenital defect in which the top of the head is depressed (concave instead of convex).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The genetic condition causing clinocephaly in the infant was identified during a routine ultrasound examination.
- Surgery is often necessary to correct the physical symptoms of clinocephaly and prevent any related developmental issues.
- In severe cases of clinocephaly, a child may experience vision, hearing, or speech problems that require ongoing medical treatment.
- A thorough examination revealed that the child had been born with a rare combination of craniosynostosis and clinocephaly.
- Researchers studying the causes of clinocephaly are working to determine whether genetic or environmental factors contribute to its development.