Epidemiology of Cleft Lip and Palate in Nigeria: A Data-Based Study

• Main Authors: Titus Chukwuanukwu (Author), Evaristus Afiadigwe (Author), Akunne Apakama (Author), Rebecca Chukwuanukwu (Author), Ezekiel Uchechukwu Nwankwo (Author), Chinedu Ilokanuno (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: International Journal of Scientific Research in Dental and Medical Sciences (IJSRDMS), 2021-06-01T00:00:00Z.
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Background and aim: Prevalence of cleft lip and palate varies across geographical location, races, and ethnic groups. The global prevalence is 1 per 700 live births. We aim to establish the prevalence, socio-demographic characteristics of patients with an orofacial cleft, and associated deformities...