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Profile of Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate at a Public Hospital in Southern India
S Prabakaran1, K Kasthuri Thilagam2, G Murali Mohan Reddy3
1Department of Pediatric Surgery, Govt Mohan Kumaramangalam Medical College and Hospital, Salem, Tamil Nadu, India. Correspondence to: Dr S Prabakaran, Govt.Mohan Kumaramangalam Medical College and Hospital, Salem, Tamil Nadu, India. dr.prabakaran12@gmail.com.
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This study analyzed 1643 cleft lip and cleft palate cases, revealing left-sided clefts and primary palate repair as most common. Findings inform surgical management strategies for pediatric cleft conditions.
Area of Science:
- Craniofacial surgery
- Pediatric surgery
- Plastic surgery
Background:
- Cleft lip and cleft palate are common congenital anomalies.
- Understanding patterns and management is crucial for optimal outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the epidemiological patterns of cleft lip and cleft palate.
- To review the operative management of these cases.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of patient records (<18 years).
- Data collected from 2011-2016 at a tertiary-care hospital.
- Inclusion of 1643 surgically managed cases.
Main Results:
- Majority of cases were male (60.9%).
- Left-sided cleft lip and palate were more prevalent.
- Primary cleft palate repair was the most frequent procedure.
Conclusions:
- The study presents data on age at presentation and surgical procedures for cleft lip and palate.
- Findings highlight common patterns and interventions for cleft care.
Objectives:
To analyze the pattern of cleft lip and cleft palate cases and their operative management at a tertiary-care hospital.
Methods:
Data of all patients (<18 year) with cleft lip and cleft palate operated between 2011 and 2016 were extracted from the records and analyzed.
Results:
The final analysis included 1643 cases (60.9% males). Mean (SD) age at the time of surgery was 8.9 (10.17) years. Left-sided cleft clip was more common. Complete hard palate type of cleft palate on left was present in 787 (47.90%). Primary Cleft Palate repair was most common procedure (492, 29.9% children, followed by primary lip nose unilateral in 458 (27.9%) and lip nose revision in 298 (21.1%).
Conclusions:
Data on age at presentation and procedures used for correction of cleft lip and cleft palate are presented.
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