COSTA, A. R. F.; http://lattes.cnpq.br/5587764281899157; COSTA, Allana Rocha Fernandes.
Resumo:
To summarize what the literature indicates about craniosynostosis and
child care in the health care network for early diagnosis by Primary Health Care
(PHC) professionals and follow-up in reference services. Methodology: This is a
descriptive study, of the integrative literature review type, collected from July to
September 2023. The descriptors used were (Craniosynostoses) AND (Primary
Health Care) AND (Diagnosis), the same ones used in The Medical Subject
Headings (MeSH). The studies were selected through an electronic search through
access to the following databases: Medical Literature Analysis and Retrievel System
Online (Medline) with access via VHL, Base Internacional de Guias Grade (BIGG),
National Library of Medicine (PubMed), Base Biomedical data from Elsevier
(EMBASE) and Scopus via CAPES. Results: 9 articles were reviewed that present
the concept of craniosynostosis, types and classifications. They mention the
importance of obtaining an early diagnosis, identifying the affected suture(s) and their
form of presentation. This condition can be congenital or acquired, in this case, its
most frequent cause is related to the baby's positional habits. During consultations, it
is essential that there is anamnesis, physical examination and detailed
anthropometric data to evaluate and recognize cranial asymmetries. Studies report
that referral to specialized services is essential to continue treatment. Furthermore,
research relates the impact of the diagnosis on families and how professionals can
work together to offer guidance and emotional support in the process. Conclusion:
Thus, the study indicates that there are spaces that still need to be filled due to lack
of knowledge to have a timely diagnosis, and thus, make health care more effective
and skillful to direct family members to the necessary therapies in health services.
reference. It is essential that professionals have comprehensive care actions, with
individual, effective and non-mechanized technical-scientific support.