Functional primary closure of cleft lip.
A technique of primary closure of the cleft lip is described. It is based on a complete understanding of the anatomy of the entire facial musculature such that it can be restored to normality and so encourage normal function and development.
Markus
A F
AF
Poole Hospital, Dorset.
Delaire
J
J
D002971:Cleft Lip / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D002972:Cleft Palate / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D005152:Facial Muscles / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant