Pierre Robin Syndrome
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also known as
Robin Sequence
Common Description
Pierre Robin Syndrome is a congenital condition of facial abnormalities. It has no known genetic cause and it is believed that malpositioning of the fetuses jaw prior to 12 weeks gestation could be the cause.
Medical Description
Characteristics
- Lower jaw is small
- Cleft palate
- Tongue backwardly displaced, which can cause problems with breathing and feeding
Our Recommendation
Protocol management by a multi-disciplinary craniofacial team.
DDMS Process and Procedure
Professor David, has developed a protocol, in conjunction with the Australian Craniofacial Unit, that incorporates a multidisciplinary approach to treatment. This treatment extends from birth until early adulthood when full development is complete.
Summary
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Adelaide |
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| Jakarta |
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| Surabaya |
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| Denpesar - Yayasan Senyum |
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| Kota Bahru |
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