- Request received19/01/2026
- Checked & confirmed06/03/2026
- Fundraising06/03/2026
- Treatment provided13/04/2026
- Invoice paid27/05/2026
- Case closed
Why is treatment sometimes done earlier than the payment?
When a case is urgent and vital, hospitals often proceed with delivering medical care right away to save a life, even before the finalisation of admission procedures. Usually, when this happens, hospitals put the bill on our credit until the funds are transferred to their accounts. That’s why the chronology can sometimes be in disorder.
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Adam S., 1
In treatmentNervous system
18
$2130
About nervous system
Bicoronal craniosynostosis. Bicoronal craniosynostosis is a condition where both coronal sutures of an infant’s skull close too early. This limits normal skull growth from front to back, causing a short, wide head shape and flattened forehead. It may also affect eye position and facial symmetry. The condition can occur alone or as part of a genetic syndrome. If untreated, it may lead to increased pressure inside the skull and delayed brain development. Diagnosis is made by physical exam and imaging, such as CT scan. Treatment is usually surgical, ideally in the first year of life, to allow normal brain growth and improve appearance.
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Background
Sirajo is a 9-month-old male infant whose parents are joyful for the smile he has brought into their lives. He lives with his family in a community about 40 km from the city of Bauchi. They reside in a one-room apartment with a pit toilet and a well within the compound, and they have no access to electricity. Due to unemployment and financial difficulties, the family struggles to feed adequately. Sirajo presented with delayed developmental milestones, convulsions, and abnormal body movements. On examination, he was found to have microcephaly, small frontal bossing, and a bicoronal ridge. He was diagnosed with bicoronal craniosynostosis and requires a cranial CT scan with 3D views in preparation for sagittal repair. The CT scan will help identify fused skull bones and guide appropriate surgical planning.
Medical history
Adam presented with delayed developmental milestone, in convulsion and abnormal movement of the body. On examination patient is microcephaly, small frontal bossing and bicoronal ridge. Infant was diagnosed with bicoronal craniosynostosis. Patient is to have Cranial CT with 3D Sagittal repair. Following a success surgery, patient was admitted in the ward to recuperate and after being stable with effective medications, he was discharged for post operative follow up as scheduled The parents appreciates Helpster Charity for supporting them with the medical bills.
Prognosis
The prognosis for Sirajo a 9-month-old male infant with bicoronal craniosynostosis is generally good, especially if treated early. With timely surgery, most infants have normal brain growth, good head shape, and normal development. Early treatment reduces the risk of increased brain pressure, vision problems, and developmental delay. Regular follow-up is important to monitor growth and development. Many children go on to live healthy, normal lives with good cosmetic and functional outcomes.
