Tag: Cleft Lip / Palate
Racial, Ethnic Differences Seen in Cleft Lip Surgery Repair
White children had lowest odds of delayed surgery, complications, and prolonged LOS and lowest charges
Surgery for Isolate Cleft Palate at 6 Months Yields Better Outcomes Than at 12...
Benefits seen for velopharyngeal insufficiency at 5 years of age
Cleft Procedures Undervalued Relative to Craniofacial Procedures
Most CPT codes in top quartile of efficiency were craniofacial procedures, while cleft procedures were in lowest quartile
Lower Socioeconomic Status Linked to Incidence of Orofacial Clefts
Receiving assistance under the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children associated with cleft palate only
Costs, Complications Up for Minorities in Cleft Palate Repair
Hospital charges highest for black and Hispanic patients; more total complications seen for black patients
Primary Care Pediatrician Vital for Cleft Lip/Palate Care
Role of pediatrician includes diagnosis and referral, ongoing care, acting as liaison to specialist team
No Long-Term Health Issues for Infants With Isolated Oral Clefts
However, cleft palate associated with increased risk for developmental problems
