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What procedure is used to surgically repair a cleft palate?
palatoplasty
What is a palatoplasty?
Palatoplasty means surgical repair of the palate (the roof of the mouth).
What has the author D Ralph Millard written?
D. Ralph Millard has written: 'Cleft craft' -- subject(s): Surgery, Palate, Cleft palate 'Principlization of plastic surgery' -- subject(s): Plastic Surgery, Surgery, Plastic
What does cheiloplasty mean?
Cleft lip repair.
What is the Millard procedure for cleft lip repair?
It is the most common procedure, the technique is adaptable and flexible, it permits construction of a normal-looking Cupid's bow, a minimal amount of tissue is discarded, the suture line is camouflaged.
What are the morbidity rates for cleft lip repair?
Generally, cleft lip repair is well-tolerated in healthy infants. There are no major health problems associated with this reconstructive surgery.
What is the preparation of procedure for cleft lip repair?
Anatomical landmarks and incisions are demarcated with methylene blue ink. An endotracheal tube prevents aspiration of blood. Local anesthestic is injected. Myringotomy is performed.
What is the cpt code for Plastic repair of a bilateral cleft lip primary in one stage?
The CPT Code fro palstic repair fo a bilateral cleft lip, primary bilateral in one stage is 40701. For unilateral without a stage, the CPT Code is 40700.
What is the purpose of a cleft lip repair?
A cleft lip does not fuse properly during embryonic development. Surgical repair corrects the defect, preventing problems with breathing, speaking, eating, and improving physical appearance.
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.
What do doctors do in a Cleft Palate surgery?
The surgeon will close the hole between the nose and the roof of the mouth. This procedure is done using tissue from the roof of the mouth to close the hole. He will also repair with tiny stitches the lip, and the tip of the nose.
What is the explanation for cpt code 26580?
CPT Code 26580 - Repair cleft hand
