New Velopharyngeal Measurements at Rest and During Speech: Implications and Applications

Conclusions: This study developed a practical imaging protocol to measure the VP mechanism at rest and during speech productions. New measurements such as the effective VP ratio, pharyngeal constriction ratio, velar stretch ratio, and levator shortening ratio may help to identify the cause of persistent VPI after palatal repair. Implications on the VP surgery were discussed.

from the Journal of Craniofacial Surgery

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