What are the surgical methods for cleft lip and palate?
Disease description:
The younger sister has cleft lip and palate and is preparing for surgery. What are the surgical options for cleft lip and palate?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
Methods for cleft lip and palate surgery include the inferior triangular flap method, rotation-advancement method, double opposing triangular flap method, and superior rotation with inferior triangular flap method. Bilateral cleft lips are repaired using a straight-line technique. With continuous technical improvements, surgical outcomes have become increasingly satisfactory. Unilateral cleft lip repair can be performed at 6 months of age, while bilateral cleft lip repair requires the child to be at least one year old. The surgery must be performed under general anesthesia.
