Cleft Palate MDT — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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A newborn is found to have a cleft lip and palate. What multidisciplinary team members should be involved in his care?

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Correct answer: C — Plastic surgeon, orthodontist, speech pathologist, audiologist, paediatrician, geneticist, and psychologist (cleft team)

Cleft lip/palate requires coordinated multidisciplinary care: cleft surgeon (lip repair ~3 months, palate repair ~12 months), speech pathologist (pre and post-operative), audiologist (high rates of glue ear), orthodontist, paediatrician, geneticist (syndromic assessment), and psychological support. Teams follow a structured care pathway.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024 – Clinical Practice Guidelines: Cleft Lip and Palate