Condition
Pediatric Cloverleaf Deformity
What You Need to Know
Cloverleaf deformity is an extremely rare skull deformity that happens when several joints between a baby's skull bones begin to fuse too early.Key Symptoms
Children with cloverleaf deformity may have a misshapen head, a full or bulging "soft spot" on the newborn's skull, crowded or crooked teeth or other symptoms.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of cloverleaf deformity may include X-rays, CT scans or genetic testing.
Treatment
Treatment options may include surgery or speech therapy.
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Departments that Treat Cloverleaf Deformity
Rare Disease Institute - Genetics and Metabolism
Children's National Rare Disease Institute (CNRDI) is a first-of-its-kind center focused exclusively on advancing the care and treatment of children and adults with rare genetic diseases.