Risk factors and the prevention of oral clefts
Braz. oral res
; 28(spe): 1-5, 14/01/2014.
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ABSTRACT
This article presents general aspects of risk factors and particularities of the management of individuals with oral clefts (OCs). A practical manual of prevention and management of this congenital defect was prepared based on a review of the literature and using data from Brazilian multicenter studies. Since OCs require efforts from all levels of healthcare, the data herein presented permits appropriate follow-up for affected individuals and their families. Also, the recognition of risk factors is crucial for planning and implementing preventive measures at the individual and population levels.
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Main subject:
Cleft Lip
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Cleft Palate
Type of study:
Clinical_trials
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Etiology_studies
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Guideline
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Risk_factors_studies
Limits:
Humans
Country/Region as subject:
America do sul
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Brasil
Language:
En
Journal:
Braz. oral res
Journal subject:
ODONTOLOGIA
Year:
2014
Type:
Article