Cleft Lip and Palate : Self-Instruction Module (SIM)

The module on cleft lip and palate is self-instruction based after going through the contents of the modules the reader will be able to gain knowledge regarding classification diagnostic findings and management of cleft lip and palate. Specifically the students will be able to:·         State the embryology of the lip and palate ·         Discuss the formation of clefts·         Enumerate the etiological factors for cleft lip and palate·         Discuss predisposing factors and incidence of cleft lip and palate·         Explain the classification of cleft lip and palate·         Explain the method of diagnosis ·         Describe the management of cleft lip and palate·         Discuss complications of cleft lip and palateThe module includes the following elementsText material: Easy to read format for quick reproduction and essential reference for the readers. Key messages are highlighted in the boxes.Self-evaluation: At the end of text self-evaluation based on what has been learnt is included. Feel free to consult your text material if you need any assistance in recapitulating.Glossary: A list of difficult words with their meaning is given at the end of the text material