Evaluating fontanels in the newborn skull

Emily R. Gallagher; Anne V. Hing; Michael L. Cunningham

Evaluating fontanels in the newborn skull

Emily R. Gallagher, Anne V. Hing, Michael L. Cunningham

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Abstract

Palpating an infant's anterior and posterior fontanels provides a window into what may be occurring in the newborn brain, but also examining skull shape and size will identify underlying problems that require further evaluation or intervention.

Original language	English (US)
Journal	Contemporary pediatrics
Volume	30
Issue number	11
State	Published - 2013
Externally published	Yes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
Pediatrics

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