plagiocephalus

Plagiocéfalo

Meaning of the word

The word “plagiocephalus” is a male noun that refers to a type of cranial deformation characterized by an asymmetry in the shape of the head, where one of the parts is flat or elongated in relation to the other.

Origin of the word

The word “plagiocephalus” originates in the Greek “plagia” (obliquely) and “kephalē” (head), and “plagiocéphalus” literally means “oblique head”.

Adverbs of the word
– Plagiocéfalo obliquely
– Asymmetrically

Conjunctions of the word

– Plagiocéfalo and
– Plagiocéfalo but

synonyms of the word
– Cranial asymmetry
– Cranial deformation
– Oblique Head

Definitions of the Word

  • Cranial deformation characterized by an asymmetry in head shape.
  • condition in which one of the heads of the head is flat or elongated in relation to the other.

  • Phrases that the word applies





    The baby had a case of plagiocéfalo.
    Plagiocéfalo is a condition that can be treated with therapy.
    It is important to diagnose plagiocephalus as early as possible.

    Examples of the word in text

    The pediatric specialist identified plagiocephalus in the baby during the consultation.

    Craniosacral therapy is an option for treatment for plagiocephalus cases.

    Parents were concerned with noticing the cranial asymmetry in their child and sought a Plagiocéfalo specialist.

    rhymes with the word
    – Copyl
    – megalocephalus
    – Microcéfalo

    anagrams with the word
    – Cephalopagia
    – Cephalopagio

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