This registry study by Malmenholt, Persson, and Klintö, published in BMC Pediatrics, offers valuable insights into the longitudinal speech outcomes of children born with cleft palate ± cleft lip. The research specifically compares children with and without additional conditions at both 5 and 10 years of age, providing a developmental perspective on speech progression in this population. Understanding these distinct developmental trajectories is crucial for clinicians working with children with clefts. The study's findings highlight the importance of considering the presence of additional conditions when assessing and managing speech development, potentially informing more tailored intervention approaches and expectations across different age points.
Original publication date: 2026 Apr 11
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