9 Questions
What is a potential cause of ET dysfunction in CP?
Abnormal insertion of muscles into the anterior border of the hard palate
How does the more horizontal position of tubes in infants relate to ET dysfunction in CP?
It leads to decreased ventilation of the middle ear
What effect does abnormal insertion of muscles into the posterior border of the hard palate have on ET function in CP?
It creates excessive tension on the Eustachian tubes
What is the approximate frequency of cleft lip & palate in live births?
1 in 750
Which racial group shows a bias towards cleft palate only?
Oriental
In the context of cleft lip & palate, which gender shows a higher prevalence in cleft palate only?
Female
What is the approximate frequency of cleft lip & palate in live births?
1 in 750 live births
Which racial group shows a bias towards cleft palate only?
Oriental
In the context of cleft lip & palate, which gender shows a higher prevalence in cleft palate only?
Females
Test your knowledge on the causes of Eustachian tube dysfunction in individuals with cleft palate. Learn about the abnormal insertion of muscles into the posterior border of the hard palate and the impact of the more horizontal position of tubes in infants.
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