The rate of Nasoalveolar Molding (NAM)/Feeding Plate knowledge was significantly higher in female (P
📌 3 Key Takeaways
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Objective & Hypothesis:Aim: Cleft lip/palate (CL/P) is one of the most common craniofacial congenital anomalies.
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Key Findings & Data:Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional 11-items questionnaire study was performed and was sent to individuals living in Turkey using Google Forms.
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Conclusion & Impact:The rate of Nasoalveolar Molding (NAM)/Feeding Plate knowledge was significantly higher in female (P
🔬Design:Survey & Empirical Study
📍Scope:Comprehensive Sample
⚙️Variables:Cleft lip and palate · nasoalveolar molding · Newborn
Abstract
Aim: Cleft lip/palate (CL/P) is one of the most common craniofacial congenital anomalies. The aim of this was to evaluate the level of knowledge and perception of individuals in a large sample group in Türkiye about CL/P. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional 11-items questionnaire study was performed and was sent to individuals living in Turkey using Google Forms. Results: A total of 886 participants responded the questionnaire. The rate of Nasoalveolar Molding (NAM)/Feeding Plate knowledge was significantly higher in female (P
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