24th September 2021

A newborn infant presents with a sac-like protrusion arising from the nose/forehead

A newborn infant presents with a sac-like protrusion arising from the nose/forehead. The sac is covered by a thin membrane. Surgery is decided upon as initial treatment. What is a known complication that can arise following total craniofacial reconstruction secondary to depression of the cribriform plate and nasal placode?

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