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Changes in Frontal Plane Cranial Vault Asymmetry: A Case Study (AT017-4A)

Credit Hours

2.0 Scientific Credits

Learning Objectives

  • Explain the role of cranial vault asymmetry (CVA) measurements in assessing and reporting outcomes for patients with plagiocephaly.
  • Evaluate the limitations of point-to-point CVA measurements in capturing the full 3D nature of cranial deformities and addressing caregiver concerns.
  • Develop comprehensive assessment and reporting strategies that integrate CVA data with a broader understanding of cranial shape and parental priorities.

Course Description


Changes in Frontal Plane Cranial Vault Asymmetry: A Case Study (AT017-4A)

Outcomes for patients with plagiocephaly are typically reported by recording the initial level of oblique asymmetry present and the amount of correction afforded by a cranial remolding orthosis (CRO). Cranial vault asymmetry (CVA) is used by many insurance companies as a criterion for medical necessity, so it is convenient to reference clinically for insurance approval and use as an outcome measure. These point- to-point measurements are limited: They don’t represent the entire 3D aspect of an abnormally shaped head and often do not reflect the primary concern of the parents/caregivers. A CRO may improve the CVA below 5mm, but substantial asymmetry that is not accounted for by the CVA measurements may still be present.

Presenter Name(s)

• Steven Slawinski, CO, FAAOP

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