Congenital intra-oral adhesions: A surgical approach to cleft palate lateral synechia syndrome

Abstract An array of genetic syndromes has been associated with intra-oral adhesions in neonates. The primary medical issues arise from airway obstruction, feeding difficulties and poor oral development, specifically with cleft palate lateral synechia syndrome (CPLSS). Despite this, a paucity of dat...

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Published in:International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology 2015-05, Vol.79 (5), p.769-772
Main Authors: Mascarella, Marco A, Schwartz, Joseph, Manoukian, John J
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Airway obstruction
Cleft palate lateral synechia syndrome
Female
Humans
Infant, Newborn
Intra-oral adhesions
Jaw Abnormalities - pathology
Jaw Abnormalities - surgery
Mouth - pathology
Mouth Abnormalities - pathology
Mouth Abnormalities - surgery
Otolaryngology
Pediatrics
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Summary:Abstract An array of genetic syndromes has been associated with intra-oral adhesions in neonates. The primary medical issues arise from airway obstruction, feeding difficulties and poor oral development, specifically with cleft palate lateral synechia syndrome (CPLSS). Despite this, a paucity of data exists for the clinical management of intra-oral adhesions in this population. We report the cases of a father and daughter diagnosed with CPLSS who presented with respiratory and feeding difficulties at birth undergoing surgical correction. Early surgical ligation of intra-oral bands allows for a stabilization of the airway, improved feeding and oral development with a good long-term outcome.
ISSN:0165-5876
1872-8464
DOI:10.1016/j.ijporl.2015.03.009