About

Many craniofacial abnormalities (CFA) result from abnormal development of the 1^st and 2^nd visceral arches, which form the facial bones and ears during the second month of gestation. The aetiological factors include a number of genetic syndromes, as well as prenatal environmental factors. CFAs can impact swallowing, breathing, hearing, vision and speech; in some neonates, they can result in life-threatening airway compromise. The assessment and management of CFAs is tested in the FRCS Exit Exam. This talk by Mr Jagajeevan Jagadeesan, who is an experienced Consultant Plastic and Craniofacial Surgeon at the University Hospitals of Birmingham, will cover the classification of craniofacial anomalies, craniosynotosis, common craniofacial syndromes, the management, and surgical techniques for correction. It will provide a structured algorithm to prepare for the FRCS Exit Exam.

Topics covered:

• Classification of Craniofacial Anomalies
• Craniosynotosis
• Deformational Plagiocephaly
• Single Suture Craniosynostosis
• Common Craniofacial Syndromes
• Management of Craniosynostosis
• Surgical Techniques for Correction
• Useful Algorithm for the FRCS Exit Exam

Suitable for:

• ST3 and above trainees in Plastic Surgery.
• ST3 and above trainees in ENT Surgery.
• ST3 and above trainees in OMFS Surgery.
• Trainees preparing for FRCS (Plast) Exam.
• Trainees preparing for FRCS (OMFS) Exam.
• Trainees preparing for FRCS (ORL) Exam.
• Post CCT trainees in Plastic Surgery.
• Post CCT trainees in OMFS.

Speaker:

Mr Jagajeevan Jagadeesan, MBBS, MRCS, MSc, M.Adv. Surg (Craniofacial), FRCS (Plast)
Consultant Plastic and Craniofacial Surgeon
University Hospitals of Birmingham and Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust