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- Title
ASSESSMENT OF POST-OPERATIVE VELOPHARYNGEAL CLOSURE IN CLEFT PALATE PATIENTS USING CONE-BEAM COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY: A PILOT STUDY.
- Authors
Kesztyüs, Artúr; Pálvölgyi, Laura; Jacobs, Reinhilde; Nagy, Krisztian
- Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Cleft lip and palate can induce velopharyngeal insufficiency (VPI) that can be detected with numerous imaging techniques. For specific treatment, however, it is essential to implement the appropriate imaging method. INTRODUCTION: Cleft lip and palate can induce velopharyngeal insufficiency (VPI) that can be detected with numerous imaging techniques. For specific treatment, however, it is essential to implement the appropriate imaging method. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Nine participants with and without VPI underwent CBCT examination. Upper airway two-dimensional video images (CineX view) enabled functional assessment. To achieve standardization, previously defined CBCT image quality parameters have been applied. Soft tissue contour, movement, and contact between these structures were assessed by two observers. RESULTS: Soft palate contour and movements were visualized sufficiently to assess presence of velopharyngeal closure in each case. These images enabled qualitative and dynamic assessment of velopharyngeal closure, correlating with VPI. CONCLUSIONS: CBCT is feasible to detect soft palate movement and velopharyngeal closure as a rapid, non-invasive procedure.
- Subjects
VELOPHARYNGEAL insufficiency; CONE beam computed tomography; CLEFT palate; PALATE abnormalities; MOUTH abnormalities
- Publication
Journal of Stomatology, 2021, Vol 74, Issue 2, p65
- ISSN
0011-4553
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.5114/jos.2021.106501