HELIOS Hospital Munich-West

Steinerweg C, Munich, Germany
Total review: 166
Est. 2007

Cleft Lip or Palate Repair

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HELIOS Hospital Munich-West

Steinerweg C, Munich, Germany
Total review: 166

Established

2007

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Cleft Lip or Palate Repair at HELIOS Hospital Munich-West

What does HELIOS Hospital Munich-West offer patients?

HELIOS Hospital Munich-West, located in Steinerweg C, Munich, Germany offers patients Cleft Lip or Palate Repair procedures among its total of 140 available procedures, across 23 different specialties
. Currently, there's no pricing information for Cleft Lip or Palate Repair procedures at HELIOS Hospital Munich-West, as all prices are available on request only.

How many specialists are there and what accreditation's have been awarded to HELIOS Hospital Munich-West?

There are many specialists available at the Hospital, with 10 in total, and they are not accredited by any recognized accreditations institutes

Facility Services Available at HELIOS Hospital Munich-West

Family accommodation
Medical records transfer
Mobility accessible rooms
Private rooms for patients available
Special dietary requests accepted
TV in the room

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What you need to know about Cleft Lip or Palate Repair in Munich

A cleft is a split or gap in the upper lip, the roof of the mouth (palate), or both. A cleft lip may just occur on one side of the lip or both sides. It is one of the most common birth defects that affect children worldwide. It occurs when facial structures that are developing in an unborn baby do not close completely or join together correctly.

Cleft lip repair and cleft palate repair are the surgical procedures that can be used to correct this abnormal development. The procedures are intended to close the cleft defect, creating a more normal appearance, as well as to improve the child’s ability to speak, eat, breathe, and hear.

What's the Recovery Time for Cleft Lip or Palate Repair Procedures in Munich?

The time it takes to recover from Cleft Lip or Palate Repair procedures in Munich can vary from person to person, largely due to individual patient attributes and the nature of the operation conducted. Typically, recovery from a cleft lip repair tends to span around 1 to 2 weeks, whereas healing from a cleft palate repair—a more complex operation—usually extends between 2 to 3 weeks. Besides, while recovering physically from the surgery is an important part of the process, the emotional and psychological adaptation may take differing durations for each individual.

In the initial days after the operation, patients may encounter some pain and uneasiness. However, prescribed painkillers, under appropriate medical guidance, can usually control this. Regular follow-up assessments help monitor the healing process to verify it's proceeding as planned. It is essential for patients and their caregivers to adhere to all healthcare professional instructions, like maintaining proper oral cleanliness, adhering to any suggested dietary limitations, and steering clear of demanding activities throughout the recovery period.

What's the Success Rate of Cleft Lip or Palate Repair Procedures in Munich?

When performed by skilled surgeons in reputable hospitals, Cleft Lip or Palate Repair treatments in Munich have a 90-100% success rate. This success rate depends on two factors:

  • Successful physical repair and aesthetic enhancement of the cleft
  • Better functionality, particularly speech and swallowing for cleft palate repairs.

The success rate has increased dramatically due to surgical technique advances, improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

Even though cleft lip and palate repair techniques have high success rates,'success' goes beyond surgery. It includes post-operative recuperation, speech function, respiratory comfort, and dental and facial aesthetics. Speech therapists, orthodontists, psychiatrists, and the surgical team work together to make these operations successful. Pre-procedure communication with your surgical team on expected outcomes and potential issues helps guarantee clarity and realistic expectations, contributing to'success'.

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Doctors at HELIOS Hospital Munich-West

  • Dr. med. Michael Chucholowski

    Dr. med. Michael Chucholowski

    • Anesthetics

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  • Dr. med. Joachim Doeffinger

    Dr. med. Joachim Doeffinger

    • Anesthetics

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  • PD Dr. med. Ulrich Linsenmaier

    PD Dr. med. Ulrich Linsenmaier

    • Gynecology

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  • Dr. med. Reinhard Wolf

    Dr. med. Reinhard Wolf

    • Gynecology

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  • Prof. Dr. med. Christopher Reithmann

    Prof. Dr. med. Christopher Reithmann

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  • Prof. Dr. med. Brigitte Mayinger

    Prof. Dr. med. Brigitte Mayinger

    • Internal Medicine

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  • Dr. med. Christian Lechner

    Dr. med. Christian Lechner

    • Neurology

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  • Dr. med. Bernhard Arnold

    Dr. med. Bernhard Arnold

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  • Dr. med. Reza Ghotbi

    Dr. med. Reza Ghotbi

    • Vascular Medicine

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  • Dr. med. Erich Bielesch

    Dr. med. Erich Bielesch

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