The circumference of the head in infants is often measured to detect an abnormally small or large skull, and to
allow the medical treatment of any underlying cause (eg. hydrocephalus, microcephaly) at an early stage. A tape
measure is placed around the head from front to back and manoeuvred until the maximum possible reading has
been obtained.
Charts (see below) have been prepared which enable head circumference to be compared against a normal
standard for each age, and variations from the normal to be plotted.
allow the medical treatment of any underlying cause (eg. hydrocephalus, microcephaly) at an early stage. A tape
measure is placed around the head from front to back and manoeuvred until the maximum possible reading has
been obtained.
Charts (see below) have been prepared which enable head circumference to be compared against a normal
standard for each age, and variations from the normal to be plotted.
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