PMID: 29847068Jul 1, 2016Paper

Cone Beam CT Analysis of Tempora Bone Pneumatizatioi in Subjects with Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate

Journal of the Massachusetts Dental Society
Aditya TadinadaAniket Jadhav

Abstract

To evaluate the pneumatization pattern in the temporal bone in patients with cleft lip and palate. A retrospective observational analysis of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans of patients with cleft lip and palate was done. The patients were referred for orthodontic treatment and had a unilateral cleft lip and palate and anterior maxillary constriction. Four reference structures were identified to evaluate the extension of pneumatization in the cleft vs non-cleft side temporal bones. Twenty patients had cleft on the left side and nine patients had cleft on the right side, This study found reduced temporal bone pneumatization on the side of the cleft. The mean score of temporal bone pneumatization on the cleft side was 4.7±1.47 while mean score of pneumatization on the non-cleft side was 6.7±1.80 (P<0.001). Pneumatization of the temporal bone was significantly lower on the side of the cleft and an identification of this change can help in early diagnosis and management of any ear-related conditions in this vulnerable group of patients to make appropriate referrals for specialized care.

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