Improvement of Health Care for Socially Disadvantaged Children with Cleft Lip and Palate Anomaly by Using Proper Radiologic Examinations

Autori:

Yllka DECOLLI, Danisia HABA, Florin D. PETRARIU, Olga-Odetta DUMA, Ana Elena PETCU

Cod: ISSN: 1583-3410 (print), ISSN: 1584-5397 (electronic)
Dimensiuni: pp. 176-186

How to cite this article:

Decolli, Y., Haba, D., Petrariu, F.D., Duma, O.O., Petcu, A.E. (2015). Improvement of Health Care for Socially Disadvantaged Children with Cleft Lip and Palate Anomaly by Using Proper Radiologic Examinations. Revista de Cercetare si Interventie Sociala, 51, 176-186.

Abstract:

According to the Romanian legislation, the child is entitled to the highest standard of health attainable, and also to preventing situations that endanger life, growth and development. Children with cleft lip and palate (CLP) represent a socially disadvantaged group, with a tendency toward social inhibition, social anxiety and low self-esteem, due to their medical condition, facial appearance and speech difficulties. Radiation exposure is an essential aspect of the proper health care during all stages of surgical and orthodontic treatment, having a significant impact on CLP patients’ quality of life. A survey was conducted among 104 residents training in four medical specialties, to assess the usage of proper radiologic examinations during CLP management. The results indicate the necessity to improve the physicians’ level of knowledge regarding 3D imaging modalities, their awareness on the necessity of high quality health services for CLP patients - as socially disadvantaged children, and pediatric patients in general, but also on the effect of improper radiation on the quality of life.