Secondary cleft deformities.
Cleft palate fistulas are an unfortunate complication that may follow repair of a cleft palate. The presenting symptoms may be variable, and a full evaluation is necessary to identify which symptoms are directly attributable to the fistula. A multidisciplinary approach is recommended when formulating a treatment plan, which takes into consideration symptomatology, speech, growth, dentition, aesthetics, and individual medical and psychosocial needs.
Folk
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Department of Surgery, Loma Linda University Medical Center, California, USA.
D'Antonio
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Hardesty
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D002972:Cleft Palate / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D005402:Fistula / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D012086:Reoperation; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000009:adverse effects*