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 languageEnglish (US)
JournalContemporary pediatrics
Volume30
Issue number11
StatePublished - 2013

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
  • Pediatrics

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