Max Rady College of Medicine
Term: Cleft Palate and Lip
Glossary Definition
Last Updated: 2008-11-18
Definition:
Birth defects affecting the roof and/or upper lip of the mouth. These defects may appear together or separately. The defect can range from a small notch in the lip to a vertical fissure that runs into the roof of the mouth and nose.
References
- Brownell M, De Coster C, Penfold R, Derksen S, Au W, Schultz J, Dahl M. Manitoba Child Health Atlas Update. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2008. [Report] [Summary] [Additional Materials] (View)
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