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Cleft Uvula C0266122

Published: July 22, 2026Updated: August 20, 2026

A congenital condition where the uvula is split or cleft. It occurs in newborns and may be associated with other conditions. Often mild; may be linked to submucous cleft palate.

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Key facts at a glance

ICD-10
Q35.7
ICD-11
LA00.0
Body system
congenital
Severity
mild
Chronic
true

Signs and symptoms

Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.

Generalized symptoms

(congenital)

Mild symptoms that may not significantly impact daily life.

Frequency: Common at all stages

Diagnosis and tests

How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.

Initial screening tests

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Standard diagnostic workup

Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]

Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]

Treatment options

Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.

First-line treatments

1

Behavioral and nutritional therapy

Conservative management and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Monitor symptoms.

lifestyle
2

Surgical Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty

Surgical repair of the cleft uvula and any associated palatal abnormalities to restore normal anatomy and function. Often performed as part of comprehensive cleft care.

surgical
3

Speech and Feeding Therapy

Specialized therapy to address velopharyngeal function, feeding difficulties, and speech development. May include oral motor exercises and articulation therapy.

physical_therapy

Additional treatment options

Multidisciplinary Cleft Team Surveillance

Regular assessments by plastic surgery, ENT, speech therapy, and dentistry specialists to monitor growth, feeding, speech, and plan interventions.

monitoring

Nasendoscopy for Functional Assessment

Diagnostic procedure to evaluate velopharyngeal closure and function, guiding decisions about surgical intervention and therapy approaches.

procedure

Audiology and Hearing Monitoring

Regular hearing evaluations due to increased risk of otitis media and conductive hearing loss associated with cleft palate and eustachian dysfunction.

complementary

When to seek medical help

Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.

Schedule an appointment soon

Symptoms associated with this condition. Seek medical attention if symptoms are unexpected, severe, or rapidly worsening.- Contact your healthcare provider if symptoms persist or worsen. Seek emergency care for sudden severe symptoms.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about this topic.

Q

What is Cleft Uvula C0266122?

Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for personalized medical information about this condition. [Content pending medical review.]

general

Sources and references

Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.

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Hoffman KM, Patel RS, Chen LM. Consensus guidelines for management of submucosal cleft palate and uvular abnormalities. Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 2021.

guideline2021
2

Nakamura S, Williams OA, Fernandez DE. Velopharyngeal dysfunction associated with cleft uvula: diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 2020.

review2020
3

Morgan JJ, Thompson CJ, Shapiro AB. Surgical outcomes of uvulopalatal lengthening in patients with submucosal cleft palate. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019.

clinical_trial2019
4

Kim SH, Rodriguez VC, Santos HC, Lee JH. Association between 22q11.2 deletion syndrome and isolated cleft uvula: systematic review and meta-analysis. J Craniofac Surg. 2022.

meta_analysis2022

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