Head deformity

Craniocerebral congenital malformations can cause a variety of morphological changes of the brain and different nervous system dysfunctions. Macrocephaly is rare. The brain is abnormally enlarged. It can be 1500 grams (390 grams) at birth, or it can increase rapidly after birth. Anterior palate is often large with delayed closure.

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