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The visible part of the tooth is referred to as the crown. It's covered by enamel, the hardest substance in the human body. The crown is uniquely shaped for each type of tooth, allowing for different functions such as cutting, tearing, or grinding food.
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[Orofacial clefts in western Slovakia].

E Machácová1, R Bánsky, M Spaleková

  • 1Ustav epidemiológie, LF UK Bratislava.

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Orofacial clefts, common birth defects, occurred at a rate of 1.61 per 1000 live births in western Slovakia. Incidence was higher in Bratislava and males, with palate clefts most frequent.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Science
  • Public Health
  • Pediatrics

Context:

  • Orofacial clefts represent a significant group of congenital anomalies.
  • Understanding their epidemiological patterns is crucial for public health initiatives.

Purpose:

  • To determine the incidence and epidemiological characteristics of orofacial clefts in western Slovakia.
  • To analyze variations in incidence across different regions and demographic groups.

Summary:

  • The study analyzed 629 cases of orofacial clefts among 390,404 live births in western Slovakia (1985-1999).
  • The overall incidence was 1.61 per 1000 live births, with higher rates in Bratislava compared to the wider region.
  • Incidence varied between districts (1.20-2.04/1000), was higher in males, and most commonly affected the primary and secondary palate.

Impact:

  • Provides essential epidemiological data on orofacial clefts in a specific European population.
  • Highlights regional and demographic disparities that may inform targeted prevention and intervention strategies.
  • Identifies a discrepancy in recorded versus notified cases, suggesting potential improvements in data collection systems.