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StatPearls, LLC

  • Craniofacial Dysostosis
  • Craniosynostoses
  • Exophthalmos
  • Sleep Apnea, Obstructive
  • Sutures

Crouzon Syndrome

Crouzon syndrome is a genetically inherited condition characterized by multiple suture craniosynostosis, specifically the premature fusion of the coronal sutures, leading to skull and facial deformities. This condition was initially described as a triad of skull deformities, facial anomalies, and proptosis, which was later re-labeled as “Crouzon syndrome.” Over 150 types of craniosynostosis have been reported in the literature, with Crouzon syndrome being one of the most common autosomal dominant syndromic forms of this condition. The syndrome often results in midface hypoplasia, shallow orbits, proptosis, and vision issues due to orbital dysmorphology. Associated complications include developmental delays, obstructive sleep apnea, and elevated intracranial pressure. Early surgical intervention is crucial to prevent functional impairments and improve quality of life. Diagnosis is typically clinical, supported by genetic testing and imaging. The condition is caused by mutations in the FGFR2 gene, leading to hyperactive signaling that causes early cranial suture fusion. This activity reviews the genetics, epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, treatment options, and treatment of patients with Crouzon syndrome. This activity also provides interprofessional healthcare providers with the necessary tools and knowledge needed to improve patient care for this complex and debilitating condition through collaboration in managing Crouzon syndrome.

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Credit types

AAPA Category 1 Credit™Up to 2 creditsAMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 2 creditsNursingUp to 2 creditsPharmacyUp to 2 credits

MOC types

ABS — Accredited CMEUp to 2 pointsABPATH — Lifelong LearningUp to 2 pointsABA — Lifelong LearningUp to 2 pointsABTS — Accredited CMEUp to 2 pointsABS — Self-AssessmentUp to 2 pointsABP — Lifelong Learning and Self-AssessmentUp to 2 pointsABOHNS — Self-AssessmentUp to 2 pointsABTS — Self-AssessmentUp to 2 points

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No

Qualifies for MIPS

No

Target Specialties

Cross-Specialty

Relevant across 9 specialties.

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  • Article / monograph / reference
  • Credit · Up to 2 credits
  • MOC · Up to 2 points
  • Fee varies · this provider typically $49–98
  • Released
    Sep 1, 2026
  • Last day to claim credit
    Sep 1, 2029 3 years left

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