ALGORITHMS FOR THE TREATMENT OF CLEFT-LIP AND PALATE

Developing standardized outcomes and algorithms of treatment is a cons tantly evolving task. This article examines four variables in this pro cess: cleft type, operative technique, surgical experience, and timing . Input from international cleft lip and palate programs regarding tec hniques and treatment modalities provide a dynamic tool for assessment and the development of guidelines in the treatment of the cleft lip a nd palate patient.