Ophthalmic Pathologies in Craniosynostosis: Risk Factors and Disparities in the United States

Comorbid ophthalmic pathologies in patients with craniosynostosis may be common. Historically underserved populations, such as Black and Hispanic patients and publicly insured patients, may experience a disproportionate epidemiological and clinical burden from these comorbid conditions. Such findings emphasize the need for multidisciplinary partnership and early ophthalmology referral for both syndromic and nonsyndromic craniosynostosis patients.