Ultrasonic examination in evaluation of cleft palate repair
- VernacularTitle:超声检查对腭裂修复术效果的评价
- Author:
Cheng MAN
;
Chuanjia WANG
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Ultrasonography;
Cleft palate;
Palate,soft
- From:
Chinese Journal of Ultrasonography
2003;0(08):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective To study the possibility of ultr asonic examination in evaluation of cleft palate repair. Methods The length, open-close movement of soft palate and velopharyngeal insufficiency were observed by ultrasonography in submaxillary region pre-operation and post-operation in 7 patients. Results After operation- the length of soft palate was longer than that before operation, the mean extended length was 13.7- mm; the movement of soft palate was increased; the velopharyngeal insufficiency was improved. Conclusions The observation of soft palate structure pre-operation and post-operation by ultrasonic examination is an objective index for evaluating the cleft palate repair.
