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PediatricsNewborn Care

Timing and team approach for cleft repair

THE CONTEXT
Management of cleft lip and cleft palate involves different surgical timings and coordinated specialist care.

Surgical timing

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Cleft lip is repaired in the neonatal period.
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Surgery for cleft palate is generally deferred until the second year.

Multidisciplinary care

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Cleft palate management requires a pediatrician, a plastic surgeon, an orthodontist, an ENT specialist, and a speech therapist.
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