Investigating the Effectiveness of Buccal Flap for Velopharyngeal Insufficiency: A Systematic Review Article.

ABSTRACT: Background: Velopharyngeal insufficiency (VPI) is a failure of the sphincter mechanism, causing speech patterns like hypernasality and decreased intelligibility. Causes include structural, neurologic, and mechanical issues. Treatment options include non-surgical and surgical interventions, but complications can arise. A new approach using the buccal flap (BF) has been suggested for palatal length augmentation. This systematic review assessed speech outcomes after BF palatal lengthening. Methods: A thorough investigation was conducted by methodically reviewing numerous databases, including PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Embase, until December 2024. The goal of our analysis was to find studies that assess the short- and long-term efficacy of BF on speech outcomes on patien

SUBMITTER: Youssef Arkoubi A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12027865 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature