Genetic and Chromosomal Disorders Research Project by Joselyn Mendez (Student FVHS) https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e Cleft Palate/Lip en-us 2022-10-20 20:44:09 UTC 2022-10-24 01:14:32 UTC hello@padlet.com What is a Cleft Palate/Lip? jmendez1061 https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2349724131
  • Forms between the sixth and nine weeks of pregnancy
  • Occurs if the tissue doesn’t connect with the mouth during pregnancy
    • ]]>     2022-10-20 20:54:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2349724131     Causes of Cleft Palate jmendez1061 https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2349732997
  • Currently unknown

    • Possibilities of the Cause could be:
    • parents genes
    • genetic or environmental factors

    Environmental factors that increase the risk of obtaining a cleft lip are:
    • Smoking
    • Diabetes
    • Using over the counter medication

    ]]>     2022-10-20 21:06:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2349732997     Diagnosis jmendez1061 https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2349740559 Diagnosis
    • Can be found through ultrasound, or after the baby is born
    • Can also be found later in life, but this is rare because cleft palates usually develop while the baby is in the womb
    ]]>     2022-10-20 21:16:42 UTC https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2349740559     Benefits of Surgery jmendez1061 https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2350900211
  • Improves facial appearance
  • Improves hearing
  • Improves breathing
  • Speech and language strengthens
    • ]]>     2022-10-21 15:35:24 UTC https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2350900211     Types of Cleft Palates begrahn100 https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2350921869
  • Cleft Lip
    • An open area at the lip
  • Cleft Palate 
    • Open area at the roof of the mouth
  • Combination of Cleft lip and Palate
    • Common than the other’s
    • ]]>     2022-10-21 15:50:04 UTC https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2350921869     First Doctor to perform Cleft Palate Surgery jmendez1061 https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2350923434
  • Roux, Philibert Joseph (1780-1854)
  • A French Surgeon (Assigned in the Hospital Beaujon)
  • Awarded the Chevalier of the National Order of the legion of Honor
  • Was president of the Science Academy
    • ]]>     2022-10-21 15:51:12 UTC https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2350923434     Factors begrahn100 https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2350926895 Treatment depends on the severity
    • Age
    • Needs
    • Surgery is used in 12 months after birth
    • Recommended for surgery at 18 months (earlier)
    • Most of the children will require future surgeries
    • Requires other form of treatment
    • dental repair
    ]]>     2022-10-21 15:53:37 UTC https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2350926895     Citations jmendez1061 https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2350944499 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Facts about Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate.” National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, December 28, 2022, https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/birthdefects/cleftlip.html. Accessed October 21, 2022.

    “Reconstructive Procedures.” Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate Repair, American Association of Plastic Surgeons, 2022, https://www.plasticsurgery.org/reconstructive-procedures/cleft-lip-and-cleft-palate-repair/cost. Accessed October 21, 2022.

    Healthwise Staff. Cleft Palate Repair in Children: What to Expect at Home, MyHealth.Ablerta, September 20, 2021, https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=zc2658#:~:text=Most%20children%20are%20back%20to,prevent%20rubbing%20the%20surgery%20area. Accessed October 23, 2022.

    J Med Biogr. Philibert Joseph Roux (1780-1854), PubMed.gov, November 11 2010, https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22319188/. Accessed October 23, 2022.

    Cleveland Clinic Medical Professional, Cleft Lip & Cleft Palate, Cleveland Clinic, June 13, 2022, https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/10947-cleft-lip-cleft-palate. Accessed October 23, 2022.

    Mayo Clinic Staff, Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate, Mayo Clinic, September 15, 2022, https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cleft-palate/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20370990. Accessed October 23, 2022.]]>     2022-10-21 16:06:37 UTC https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2350944499     Surgery Cost for Cleft Palate/Lip begrahn100 https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2350952172
  • costs between 5-20 thousand US dollars depending on the severity of the case
  • not all surgeries are covered by insurance

    • Fees include:
    • Surgeon fee
    • Hospital fee
    • Anesthesia fee (If needed)
    • Medication prescription
    • Medical examinations
    ]]>     2022-10-21 16:12:53 UTC https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2350952172     Recovery from Cleft Palate Surgery begrahn100 https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2350953269 Side Effects include:
    • Stuffy nose
    • swelling of mouth
    • fussy

    Recovery Info:
    • Most return to normal after a week
    • Recovery from surgery takes 3-4 weeks
    • Child might need to wear padded arm splits for 1-2 weeks to prevent them from touching their mouths
    ]]>     2022-10-21 16:13:36 UTC https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2350953269     Basic rules to follow after surgery begrahn100 https://padlet.com/jmendez1061/6zywdytug09kh33e/wish/2351968671
    • Getting tons of rests
    • drinking plenty of fluids
    • Taking it easy (don't run around or exercise too much)
    • Sleep on your back so it's easier to breath
    • Objects should not come in contact with the incision
    • Be careful when feeding the child with utensils (Away from the incision)
    • Child should not eat solid food until the doctor gives you the okay to
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