Craniofacial distraction osteogenesis has become a standard treatment for syndromic craniosynostosis. However, it involves complex surgical techniques to which surgeons must be familiarised with. In this study, we perform a critical evaluation of the use of distraction osteogenesis in the surgical treatment of syndromic craniosynostoses, based on the experience of a single institution, with an emphasis on surgical pitfalls and complications.

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CRANIOFACIAL