Cleft lip and cleft palate are among the most common birth defects, occurring in about one in 1,050 births in the United ...

Biologists have discovered that disruptions in transfer RNA function can lead to the development of cleft lip and cleft palate.

Neda Tahmasebifard, an assistant professor in the speech and language pathology department at Saint Mary’s College, researches the cleft lip and palate condition.

The study shows that tiny pieces of RNA, called tRNA fragments, can cause problems in how the face develops in babies. This happens when tRNA is not processed properly. The issue affects special ...

Cleft lip and cleft palate are among the most common birth defects, occurring in about one in 1,050 births in the United States.

Vijaya Lakshmi, Nursing Officer, provided guidance on measuring and interpreting growth in children with cleft lip and palate. Rakhi George, Nursing Officer, elaborated the practical aspects of ...

Cleft lip and cleft palate (CL/CP) are the most commonly occurring craniofacial birth defects. Although some CL/CPs are detected on prenatal ultrasound, the majority are immediately recognized in ...