Craniosynostosis is a condition in which one or more of the fontanelles are replaced with bone prematurely. Which of the following is not a possible consequence of this condition?
What will be an ideal response?
When one or more fontanelles is closed prematurely, bone growth along the lateral aspects of the head can affect the small bones of the inner ear and result in deafness.
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