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1Afdeling Anthropogenetica, Academisch Ziekenhuis Nijmegen, Centrum voor Schisis en Craniofaciale Afwijkingen, Faculteit der Medische Wetenschappen, Katholieke Universiteit Nijmegen.
Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Tandheelkunde
|February 1, 1997
Summary
Clinical dentists evaluated new cleft palate patients for associated anomalies. Anomalies were found in 33% of all cleft patients, with higher rates in isolated cleft palate cases, highlighting the need for early diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Craniofacial anomalies
- Clinical dentistry
- Genetics and syndromes
Context:
- Study conducted at the Nijmegen cleft palate team over two years.
- Inclusion of all new patients referred to the team.
- Focus on identifying associated anomalies or syndromes in patients with clefts.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the occurrence of associated anomalies or syndromes in patients with cleft palate.
- To determine the prevalence of these anomalies across different types of clefts.
- To emphasize the importance of classifying associated anomalies for prognosis and recurrence risk.
Summary:
- Associated anomalies were identified in 33% of all cleft patients.
- Prevalence was 56% for cleft palate only and 14% for cleft lip (palate).
- The highest percentage of associated anomalies was observed in patients with cleft palate only or submucous clefts.
Impact:
- Highlights the significant prevalence of associated anomalies in cleft palate patients.
- Underscores the critical role of clinical dentists in early detection.
- Emphasizes the need for awareness of submucous clefts and their implications for patient management.
