Quality of Life and Patient Satisfaction in Adults Treated for a Cleft Lip and Palate: A Qualitative Analysis.

Isabelle F P M KappenGerhard K P BittermannNicola Marie StockAebele B Mink van der MolenCorstiaan C BreugemHenriette F N Swanenburg de Veye

Published in: The Cleft palate-craniofacial journal : official publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association (2019)

This study underlines that psychological adjustment can fluctuate over time and greatly differs between individuals, even during adulthood. Psychological support should therefore be available beyond the finalization of the treatment course. Furthermore, the majority of participants stated they had wanted more psychological support as a child to facilitate resilience and to help them cope with challenges.

Keyphrases

patient satisfaction
sleep quality
depressive symptoms
social support
physical activity
combination therapy
replacement therapy