Which of the following best defines craniosynostosis?
a. premature ossification of suture lines resulting in early fusion of the bones of the skull
b. sinus openings into the cranium allowing for changes in intracranial pressure
c. wider spaces than normal between the bones of the cranium
d. changes in the size and shape of the skull due to the absence of lymph and sinus openings
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A Correct. Craniosynostosis is premature ossification of suture lines, thereby there is early formation and fusion of skull bones. Craniosynostosis may be caused by metabolic disorders or may be a secondary consequence of Microcephaly.
B Incorrect. Craniosynostosis is not defined as sinus openings into the cranium allowing for changes in intracranial pressure.
C Incorrect. Craniosynostosis is not defined as wider spaces than normal between the bones of the cranium.
D Incorrect. Craniosynostosis is not defined as changes in the size and shape of the skull due to the absence of lymph and sinus openings.
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