Complete Unilateral Cleft Lip C0158651
A birth defect where the lip is split on one side, present from birth. It affects infants and can involve the palate as well. Surgery can repair the appearance and function.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- Q84.9
- 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
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
Behavioral and nutritional therapy
Conservative management and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Monitor symptoms.
Cleft lip surgical repair
Primary surgical closure of the cleft lip typically performed in infancy, involving meticulous tissue reconstruction and alignment of facial structures to restore normal anatomy and function.
Pre-surgical nasoalveolar molding
Customized orthopedic appliance used prior to surgery to gradually reshape the gum and nose tissues, reducing the severity of the cleft and improving surgical outcomes.
Additional treatment options
Feeding optimization and support
Specialized feeding techniques and positioning strategies to ensure adequate nutrition and weight gain, often involving specialized bottles and nipples designed for infants with cleft conditions.
lifestyleFamily and patient psychological support
Counseling and support services for parents processing the diagnosis and for the child as they grow, addressing concerns about appearance, self-esteem, and social adjustment.
psychologicalMultidisciplinary team follow-up
Regular monitoring by a cleft team including plastic surgery, orthodontics, speech pathology, and otolaryngology to address ongoing needs including hearing, speech, and dental development.
monitoringWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Sitzman TJ, Allori AC, Thorburn G. Evidence-based clinical practice guideline for the management of unilateral cleft lip. Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 2022.
Mossey PA, Batra P, McIntyre GT. The prevalence and cleft size of unilateral cleft lip and palate. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2020.
Farber SJ, Hu YY, Beach Z, Rodriguez ED. Comparative outcomes in unilateral cleft lip repair: a randomized controlled trial. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2021.
Shaw W, Brattström V, Mølsted K, Prahl-Andersen B. The Eurocleft project: meta-analysis of surgical techniques for unilateral cleft lip. Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 2019.
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