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Ryan K Badiee1, Daniella M Cordero2, Raymond W Tse3
1Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America
|February 12, 2026
Summary
This article presents a comprehensive clinical pathway for children with cleft lip and/or palate, from prenatal diagnosis to adolescence. It ensures coordinated care and standardized protocols for optimal long-term outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Medicine
- Craniofacial Surgery
- Genetics
Background:
- Cleft lip and/or palate requires complex, long-term management.
- Multidisciplinary care is essential for optimal patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline a multidisciplinary clinical pathway for cleft lip and/or palate care.
- To standardize protocols and improve quality of care from prenatal diagnosis through adolescence.
Main Methods:
- Describing coordinated roles of surgical, medical, dental, and allied health professionals.
- Emphasizing standardized protocols for cleft lip, palate, and alveolar repair.
- Highlighting strategies for quality improvement and pathway maintenance.
Main Results:
- A structured pathway integrating various specialists.
- Standardized protocols for surgical and non-surgical interventions.
- Focus on perioperative care, speech, hearing, genetics, and psychosocial support.
Conclusions:
- The pathway ensures comprehensive, coordinated care for children with cleft lip and/or palate.
- Standardized protocols and continuous quality improvement are key to achieving optimal functional, esthetic, and mental health outcomes.
- Long-term follow-up through adolescence is crucial for successful management.
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