Microcephaly physical examination
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Overview
Overview
Microcephaly is usually discovered by the health care provider during routine examination. Head measurements are part of all well-baby examinations up to 18 months (longer in certain circumstances).
Physical Examination
Physical Examination
Head
THe circumference of the head is smaller than 3 standard deviations below that of age sex matched individuals.
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Diagram of microcephaly -
Microcephaly. Primer cause unknown
References
References
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