Novel approach to distinguish submucous cleft palate from isolated cleft palate by ultrasound visualization of fetal swallowing

Ty, Yang; Li, Wen-Chang; Chen, P K-T; Olisova, Ksenia; Ko, H; Chang, T-Y

doi:10.1002/uog.26217

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“…In this view, we carefully observe the soft palate, and to confirm its integrity, we record a video clip of amniotic fluid passage during fetal swallowing. [ 11 ] During the resting phase, the tongue root appears adjacent to the soft palate with similar echogenicity. However, amniotic fluid passes through the oropharynx during swallowing, separating the tongue root and soft palate, which allows us to assess the integrity of the soft palate.…”

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“…The space between the tongue root and soft palate becomes observable during fetal swallowing (asterisk, b). The applied approach for the assessment of the soft palate during fetal swallowing was described in detail elsewhere[ 11 ]…”

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“…In the case of a type 5 cleft, intact mucous membrane and loose soft tissue density of the soft palate are observed during fetal swallowing. [ 11 ] The examples for all discussed OFC types are presented in Figure 7 , including prenatal ultrasound findings and postnatal photographs.…”

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Prenatal Ultrasound Imaging of Orofacial Clefts: A Pictorial Essay

Yang,

Chang

2024

Journal of Medical Ultrasound

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Orofacial clefts (OFCs), including cleft lip (CL), cleft palate (CP), and CL with palate (CL/P), are relatively common congenital birth defects occurring in approximately 1 in 500 to 1 in 2500 live births. Detecting OFCs during prenatal ultrasound screening is crucial for informed decision-making and multidisciplinary medical care. This review provides a practical guide for routine and advanced screening for OFCs during mid-pregnancy. The Maarse classification system facilitates effective communication among the multidisciplinary team, categorizing OFCs into five types. Basic ultrasound views encompass coronal, sagittal, and axial imaging of the face and hard palate. Additional visualization techniques are employed in case of suspected anomalies during the initial screening. Advanced ultrasound views provided by the expert in prenatal OFC diagnosis include imaging of the posterior edge of the hard palate and the posterior part of the soft palate. Detected OFCs exhibit a range of severity and affect different structures, underscoring the importance of accurate detection and classification for appropriate treatment planning. Implementing a standardized screening protocol for OFCs is essential. By enhancing detection rates and enabling early diagnosis, prenatal ultrasound screening contributes to improved patient outcomes and facilitates timely intervention by the multidisciplinary team. In conclusion, this review emphasizes the significance of standardized protocols and specialized techniques for prenatal ultrasound screening of OFCs. Early detection and classification of these malformations play a vital role in comprehensive management, ensuring that affected individuals and their families receive the appropriate care and support they need.

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