Acute Otitis Media in Children with Cleft Palate +/-Lip: A Narrative Synthesis of the Literature

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The aim is to synthesize literature on acute otitis media in children with cleft palate and/or lip.
Narrative synthesis of existing literature on ear infections related to cleft conditions.
Assessment of prevalence and treatment approaches across studies.
Review of outcomes and recommendations from pediatric otolaryngology experts.
Acute otitis media is significantly more prevalent in children with cleft palate/lip compared to the general population.
Current management strategies show variability across clinical practices, indicating a need for standardized protocols.
Recommendations highlight the importance of regular monitoring and potential interventions to mitigate ear complications.

Narrative synthesis analyzes the impact of cleft palate and lip on ear infections in children, suggesting need for better management strategies.

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Mitra et al. (2026) studied this question.

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