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Semin Plast Surg 2012; 26(04): 145-155
DOI: 10.1055/s-0033-1333884
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Unilateral Cleft Lip: Principles and Practice of Surgical Management

Raymond Tse
1   Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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13 February 2013 (online)

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Abstract

Management of cleft lip and palate requires a unique understanding of the various dimensions of care to optimize outcomes of surgery. The breadth of treatment spans multiple disciplines and the length of treatment spans infancy to adulthood. Although the focus of reconstruction is on form and function, changes occur with growth and development. This review focuses on the surgical management of the primary cleft lip and nasal deformity. In addition to surgical treatment, the anatomy, clinical spectrum, preoperative care, and postoperative care are discussed. Principles of surgery are emphasized and controversies are highlighted.

Keywords

cleft lip - cleft palate - cleft lip nasal deformity - alveolar molding - surgery
 

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