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Cleft lip and cleft palate are very common and occur in about 1 or 2 of every 1,000 babies born in the United States each year

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What syndromes are associated with cleft lip and cleft palate?

Some syndromes that are associated with cleft lip and cleft palate include Pierre Robin sequence, Van der Woude syndrome, and 22q11.2 deletion syndrome (DiGeorge syndrome). These syndromes often present with additional symptoms beyond just the orofacial cleft.


Does Jeff Withey have a repaired cleft lip?

Yes. He has a repaired cleft lip. His palate did not need repairing. His surgery took place when he was three months old


Who discovered cleft lip?

Cleft lip has been documented throughout history, with evidence of surgical repair dating back to ancient times. The specific discovery of cleft lip as a congenital condition is not attributed to one individual, but rather has been recognized and treated by various civilizations over centuries.


What is a congenital fissure of the palate that involves the upper lip hard palate soft palate is known as?

A congenital fissure of the palate affecting the upper lip, hard palate, and soft palate is known as a cleft palate. This condition occurs during fetal development when the tissues forming the roof of the mouth do not fuse together properly. Cleft palate can lead to feeding difficulties, speech problems, and may require surgical intervention to repair.


What influences the results of cleft lip repair?

The skill of the surgeon, accurate presurgery markings, alignment of bones within the affected area, uncomplicated healing of the initial repair, and the effect of normal growth on the repaired lip.

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What is the prevalence of cleft lip amongst men as compared to women?

Cleft lip occurs more often in males, while cleft palate is more likely to occur in females. Cleft lip alone occurs in about 20% of cases, both genders. 80%--have both cleft lip and cleft palate.


What does it mean when someone has a 'cat lip'?

Cat lip or the Harelip is a disease called Cleft lip (cheiloschisis) or cleft palate (palatoschisis). However they can occur together as Cleft lip and palate.


Is cleft lip and cleft chin the same thing?

A "cleft lip" affects just the patient's lip, and a "cleft palate" affects the palate, or the roof of your mouth.


Did Katie prices daughter have a cleft lip?

No, Princess didn't have a cleft lip.


What is the prevalence of unilateral cleft lip?

A unilateral cleft lip, commonly occurring on the left side, is more common than a bilateral cleft lip.


Information about Peyton Mannings cleft lip?

yes paton manning had cleft lip


How are Cleft lip and palate diagnosed?

Cleft lip and palate can be diagnosed before birth by ultrasound


What is the scientific name for a cleft?

If you're referring to the scientific/medical name for cleft lip and palate, they are:Cheiloschisis for cleft lipPalatoschisis for cleft palate


A cleft lip is a congenital fissure that involves the upper lip, hard palate, and/or soft palate?

A cleft lip is a congenital fissure that involves the upper lip. A cleft palate involves the hard or soft palate.


Is cleft lip a disease?

Cleft lip, with or without cleft palate, is a congenital malformation. It happens during the time the child is in the womb. Its not a disease


Which term is known as harelip?

The term "harelip" is an outdated and considered offensive term for a cleft lip, a congenital condition where there is an opening or gap in the upper lip that can occur on one or both sides. This condition can vary in severity and may also be associated with a cleft palate. Modern terminology favors "cleft lip" and "cleft palate" for more accurate and respectful communication. Treatment typically involves surgical intervention to repair the lip and improve function and appearance.


How did Hugh o'brian get the scar on his lip?

cleft lip