Three-dimensional ultrasonography is superior to 2-dimensional ultrasonography in the detection of orofacial clefts during the second trimester of pregnancy
Article Title and Bibliographic Information
Prenatal screening for fetal face and clefting in a prospective study on low-risk population: can 3- and 4-dimensional ultrasound enhance visualization and detection rate? Tonni G, Centini G, Rosignoli L. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod 2005;100(4):420-6.
Level of Evidence
1a
Purpose/Question
The authors investigated the sensitivity, specificity, and efficiency of 3-dimensional ultrasonography in the detection of cleft lip and/or palate.
Source of Funding
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Type of Study/Design
Cohort study
Department of Pediatrics, University of Washington, Medical Director, Children's Craniofacial Center, Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, WA 98195