Definitions

1. noun

A rare congenital anomaly characterized by a small head with a prominent occiput and an abnormally small cranial vault, often resulting in an unusually short stature and hydrocephalus.

“The baby was diagnosed with acrocephaly and underwent a series of surgeries to correct the condition.”

2. noun

A condition of having an abnormally short skull, often with a pointed or cone-shaped head.

“The doctor specialized in treating patients with acrocephaly and related conditions.”