Professional
Technical
IVT
cephalometry
Pronunciation: sef-uh-LOM-uh-tree
Radiographic measurement technique used to analyze skull and facial bone proportions for surgical planning.
Full Definition
A standardized radiographic measurement technique that uses lateral and posteroanterior X-rays to analyze the relationships between cranial and facial bones. In craniofacial surgery, cephalometric analysis is essential for diagnosis, surgical planning, and post-operative assessment of outcomes. The technique involves identifying anatomical landmarks and measuring angles and distances to determine skeletal relationships and growth patterns.
Usage
Usage note: Always lowercase unless beginning a sentence; distinguish from cephalography (imaging) and craniotomy (surgical procedure).
In Context
- "The surgeon reviewed the patient's cephalometry to determine the optimal approach for maxillary advancement." — Surgical planning report
- "Post-operative cephalometry demonstrated successful correction of the class III malocclusion." — Follow-up assessment
Also known as
cephalometric analysis
craniometric analysis
Don't confuse with
cephalography
craniotomy