Clinical Assessment of Velopharyngeal Function: Physical Exam/Medical Considerations

Brian C. Kellogg; Ani M. Danelz

doi:10.1007/978-3-031-84663-2_9

Clinical Assessment of Velopharyngeal Function: Physical Exam/Medical Considerations

Brian C. Kellogg
, Ani M. Danelz

Division of Pediatric Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery
Nemours Children's Health System

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Abstract

Velopharyngeal dysfunction (VPD) is a complex resonance disorder that can result from structural defects, neuromuscular conditions, or mislearning. In this chapter, the importance of the clinical assessment of patients with VPD will be discussed, with particular emphasis on the history and physical exam. Upon completion, the reader should be able to describe various etiologies of VPD, relevant history and physical exam findings, and important medical considerations in preparing patients for VPD surgery. The initial clinical assessment lays the foundation for accurate diagnosis and treatment of velopharyngeal dysfunction. Collaboration among an interdisciplinary team of providers is crucial to delivering the best care for these patients.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Cleft Palate and Velopharyngeal Dysfunction
Subtitle of host publication	A Multidisciplinary Approach to Evaluation and Management
Publisher	Springer Science + Business Media
Pages	97-111
Number of pages	15
ISBN (Electronic)	9783031846632
ISBN (Print)	9783031846625
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-84663-2_9
State	Published - 1 Jan 2025
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Clinical assessment
Clinical findings
Differential diagnosis
Medical considerations
Physical exam
Velopharyngeal dysfunction
Velopharyngeal incompetence
Velopharyngeal insufficiency
Velopharyngeal mislearning
VPD

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