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(Q36.0) Cleft lip, bilateral
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91 961 in individuals diagnosis cleft lip, bilateral confirmed
Diagnosis cleft lip, bilateral is diagnosed Men are 14.30% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis cleft lip, bilateral
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Women receive the diagnosis cleft lip, bilateral
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease cleft lip, bilateral - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-29
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 30-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 35-44, 55-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-34, 45-54
Disease Features cleft lip, bilateral
Absence or low individual and public risk
Cleft lip, bilateral - what does this mean
Cleft lip, bilateral is a congenital defect that occurs when the tissue that forms the lip fails to join together properly during fetal development. this results in a gap in the upper lip, which is typically on both sides (bilateral).
What happens during the disease - cleft lip, bilateral
Cleft lip, bilateral is a congenital facial deformity caused by a failure of the facial structures to properly fuse during embryonic development. this can be due to a genetic mutation in the genes responsible for facial development, or from environmental factors such as smoking or alcohol consumption during pregnancy. the exact cause of the mutation or environmental factor is unknown, but the result is a disruption in the growth of the midline structures of the face, resulting in an opening in the upper lip.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Ultrasound
- X-ray
- Genetic testing
- Blood tests
- Genetic counseling
- Speech therapy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To restore normal form and function of the lips and mouth.
- Surgery to repair the lip and nose.
- Speech therapy to help with speech development.
- Orthodontic treatment to help align teeth.
- Genetic counseling to understand the cause of the cleft.
- Psychological counseling to help with social issues.
- Nutrition counseling to ensure optimal growth.
- Ear, nose and throat specialist to check for hearing loss.
8 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Cleft lip, bilateral - Prevention
Cleft lip, bilateral can be prevented through the intake of adequate folic acid by the mother before and during pregnancy. it is also important for the mother to receive proper prenatal care and for the baby to receive adequate nutrition and vitamins after birth.