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Speech, language, and hearing management of the child with cleft palate

P W Austin1

  • 1Rhode Island Hospital/Hasbro Children's Hospital, Department of Speech Language Pathology/Audiology, Providence, RI, USA.

Medicine and Health, Rhode Island
|January 19, 2002
PubMed

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A multidisciplinary team approach is crucial for cleft palate management. Early assessment and intervention ensure children achieve near-normal speech by age five.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric medicine
  • Speech-language pathology
  • Audiology

Background:

  • Cleft palate management necessitates a comprehensive, team-based strategy.
  • Optimal outcomes focus on speech, language, and hearing development.
  • Early intervention is key for children with cleft palate.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To emphasize the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in cleft palate care.
  • To highlight the goal of achieving near-normal speech by school age.
  • To underscore the necessity of early assessment and intervention.

Main Methods:

  • Multidisciplinary team evaluation.
  • Assessment of receptive and expressive language.
  • Evaluation of hearing, speech, and resonance.

Main Results:

  • Early detection facilitates timely intervention.
  • Parent guidance is an essential component of care.
  • Focus on achieving age-appropriate speech and language skills.

Conclusions:

  • A coordinated team approach optimizes outcomes for children with cleft palate.
  • Early and consistent assessment drives effective intervention strategies.
  • The ultimate aim is to ensure children are prepared for school with effective communication skills.

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