Assessing the Evidence for Nonobstetric Risk Factors for Deformational Plagiocephaly: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Plagiocephaly is defined as an asymmetrical distortion of the skull, resulting in an oblique trapezoid or parallelogram head shape. Deformational plagiocephaly (DP) is caused by forces acting on one side of the back of the head, distorting normal skull symmetry.

Objective

The aims of this systematic review and meta-analysis were to critically assess the evidence for nonobstetric risk factors for DP and to make evidence-based recommendations for reducing the prevalence of DP.

Methods

The selection criterion was studies reporting risk factors for DP. Case reviews, case series, expert opinions, and systematic reviews were excluded. PubMed and Web of Science were searched from August 21, 2010, to August 21, 2022. Publication bias was assessed using funnel plots

SUBMITTER: Hillyar CRT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11447428 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature