Health Disparities Among Children With Cleft.

• Autores: Hillary L. Broder, Maureen Wilson Genderson, Lacey Sischo
• Localización: American journal of public health, ISSN 0090-0036, Vol. 102, Nº. 5, 2012, págs. 828-830
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • Oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) is a multidimensional construct that measures well-being associated with the teeth, mouth, and face. This cross-sectional study examined OHRQoL, demographic data, and clinical indicators in 839 treatment-seeking youths with cleft from 6 geographically diverse cleft treatment centers. Individuals without health insurance and representing ethnic minorities had lower OHRQoL scores on the Child Oral Health Impact Profile and a higher rate of surgical recommendations. These findings imply a risk factor for reduced OHRQoL and unmet needs among vulnerable youths with clefts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]