The condition in which distortions of the skull occur due to the premature closure of fontanelles is called
A) anencephaly.
B) microcephaly.
C) craniostenosis.
D) membranitis.
E) epicranial block.

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Craniostenosis is the condition in which the skull is distorted due to the premature closure of fontanelles. Option A is incorrect as anencephaly is a condition where the brain and skull of the fetus do not develop properly. Option B is incorrect as microcephaly is a condition in which the head and brain are abnormally small. Option D and E are incorrect as they are not related to the given condition.

The Condition in Which Distortions of the Skull Occur Due