Question
I am under 16 years old, and the doctor said that the skull will basically never regrow or develop, and recommended a repair surgery. What should be paid attention to during pediatric skull repair surgery?
Answer
Great care must be taken in the selection of repair materials, the execution of the surgery, and the strict management during the perioperative period when a child undergoes skull repair surgery. Currently, the most ideal material for skull repair is polyether ether ketone (PEEK), a special high-performance polymer material that closely matches the properties of natural bone, especially in terms of biocompatibility. It can be shaped into a two-dimensional form through CT scanning and embedded for repair, accurately fitting into the bone window, and can effectively restore the growth and development of a child’s skull without rejection, infection, or affecting any postoperative radiological examinations.