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📋Overview
Cleft lip is a congenital facial malformation characterized by an opening or split in the upper lip. It is a common birth defect resulting from incomplete fusion of the lip tissues during early fetal development. The term 'cleft lip' is often used alongside 'cleft palate,' which involves a split in the roof of the mouth. Modern clinical practice considers cleft lip as part of orofacial clefts, with treatment focusing on surgical repair and multidisciplinary care.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0008924ICD-10-CM
Q36Q36.9
MeSH
D002971
SNOMED CT (US)
80281008
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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