cranial vault reconstruction

Full Definition

A complex surgical procedure involving the removal, reshaping, and repositioning of skull bones to correct cranial deformities and ensure adequate space for brain development. This technique is primarily used to treat craniosynostosis but may also address post-traumatic deformities or congenital malformations. The procedure often involves multiple bone segments and may require staged operations depending on the extent of reconstruction needed.

In Context

• "Cranial vault reconstruction was performed using the patient's own bone segments." — Operative report
• "Post-operative imaging confirmed successful cranial vault reconstruction with improved head shape." — Follow-up visit note