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PVDO is an effective technique to increase cranial vault volume. Factors such as distraction protocol selected based on the patient's needs and age at the time of surgery are crucial for successful outcomes. Furthermore, distraction protocols can be tailored to specific needs, permitting a patient-centered approach. Complications are variable both in incidence as well as severity.
Franco-Mesa et al. (Tue,) studied this question.