Optimal Timing of Cleft Lip Repair: Correlation With Scar Formation and Revision Rates

Otolaryngology 2026

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Authors: Jamil Hayden, Christopher L. Crafton, Julia Keating, Ross Rosen, Howard D. Wang, Cyrus C. Rabbani, Saikrishna C. Gourishetti
DOI: 10.1002/ohn.70133
Cited by: 2
References: 9

Abstract

Abstract Objective To evaluate whether earlier timing of cleft lip repair (CLR) is associated with differences in the incidence of hypertrophic scar (HTS) formation and the need for revision surgery. Study Design Retrospective cohort study. Setting TriNetX Analytics Network, a federated database of de‐identified health records from multiple healthcare institutions. Methods Infants who underwent primary CLR before 1 year of age were identified using ICD‐10 and CPT codes. Patients were categorized into early cleft lip repair (ECLR,

Fields of Study & Subjects

Cleft Lip and Palate Research Reconstructive Facial Surgery Techniques Facial Nerve Paralysis Treatment and Research

Publication details

Journal / source
Otolaryngology
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
174
Issue
3
Pages
839–844
Publication date
26 January 2026
Language
EN