Posted by Jennifer E
on 11/1/2009, 8:24 pm, in reply to "Johnathan"
24.23.78.53
Hi Philip,
I have heard that repairing a palate actually reduced the space leading to the airway. This can cause some breathing problems, which is why some surgeons insist upon waiting until kids are bigger. The challenge becomes balancing speech development and airway issues. If a child has a trach or had jaw distraction the concern may not be an issue, but if the chin is still somewhat recessed is can cause problems after the palatte is repaired. I would recommend having a sleep study done. Did Johnathan have jaw distraction or a trach? Hope things improve soon.
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: My grandson Johnathan is now 22 months and was
: born with PRS. He had cleft palate repair
: done in May 2009 and since that time has
: developed a chronic respiratory problem
: which results in heavy short breathing, he
: has also been slow in gaining weight. Any
: advice or comments would be greatly
: appreciated.
: Thanks,
: Philip
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