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cleft palate

/ˈkleft ˈpælət/

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/ˈkleft ˈpælət/C1formalmedical
  • ruВрожденное медицинское состояние, при котором имеется отверстие или расщелина в нёбе, часто встречающееся вместе с заячьей губой, требующее хирургического исправления.

A congenital medical condition where there is an opening or split in the roof of the mouth (palate), often occurring with a cleft lip, requiring surgical repair.

  1. Congenital conditionB2formal

    A birth defect where there is an opening or split in the roof of the mouth (palate), often requiring surgical repair.

    ruВрожденное состояние

    • The baby was born with a cleft palate and needed surgery.
    • Children with a cleft palate may have difficulty feeding.
    • Speech therapy is often recommended after cleft palate repair.