Platicephaly

Meaning of the word

The word “platcephaly” is a term used in medicine to describe a cranial condition in which the skull has a flat form.

Origin of the word

The word “platcephaly” originates in the ancient Greek, being formed by the junction of the terms “Plati” (flat) and “cephalia” (head).

Word adverbs

There are no specific adverbs related to the word “platcephaly”.

Conjunctions of the word

There are no specific conjunctions related to the word “platcephaly”.

Synonyms of the word

Some synonyms for “platcephaly” are: crani -great, cranieschisis, craniopharyngioma.

Word Definitions

– Cranial condition in which the skull has a flat form.
– Cranial anomaly characterized by a skull flattening.

Phrases that the word applies

Platicephaly is a condition that can affect brain development.
– Corrective surgery is an option to treat platcephaly in babies.

Examples of the word in text

– The doctor diagnosed the baby with platcephaly and recommended specialized follow -up.
Platicephaly can cause development problems and require medical care.

Rhymes with the word

– CEFALIA
– Hemicephalia
– Microcephaly

Anagrams with the word

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