FETAL HEAD ABNORMALITIES • Cranial vault (skull) defects • Cranial Vault & Skull Defects (The Calvarium) • Absence of Bone: Acrania and anencephaly • Cranial Openings: Cephaloceles • Abnormal Skull Shapes: lemon sign the strawberry skull and the cloverleaf skull

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This guide covers essential aspects of cranial vault assessment through ultrasound. It defines the cranial vault and its landmarks, evaluates ossification and integrity, and employs systematic imaging to identify skull defects. It addresses conditions like acrania and anencephaly, differentiating cephalocele types, and emphasizes targeted imaging for confirmation. Additionally, it focuses on recognizing abnormal skull shapes such as lemon, strawberry, and cloverleaf, linking these patterns to...