Chat Cleft palates are typically repaired between 8 and 12 months of age.First surgery is needed to repair the lip and a separate surgery is needed to repair the palate, several surgeries are needed to make the lip appear as normal as possible, after that speech therapy is improved .
The cost of Cleft Lip includes:
Surgery cost
Medicines
Patient's hospital stay (Patient may need to stay in the hospital for 1 to 2 days for vital checks and recovery)
Note - Patients with Cleft Lip Surgery may need speech therapy and dental care.
The overall cost of the procedure also varies based on the patient's condition and preferences. Some of these factors are:
Type of hospital and room opted
Any additional tests may be required
An extended stay at the Hospital
Cost of Accommodation during follow-ups, in case the patient is not a local resident
A cleft lip or cleft palate is generally noticed right away at birth and doesn't need tests for diagnosis. However, cleft may be detected in patients during a prenatal ultrasound. Before the surgery, the patient will be weighed and have blood pressure and temperature documented. The cost for these tests is a part of the package.
Medications given at the hospital to prepare for the surgery are a part of the package price. However, once the patient is discharged, the medicines will not be included in the package.
The operation usually takes 1 to 2 hours and most patients are kept in the hospital for 1 to 2 days for vital checks and recovery.
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