ArticleThe Cleft palate-craniofacial journal : official publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association2024
Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Assessing Velopharyngeal Function: Current Applications, Barriers, and Potential for Future Clinical Translation in the United States.
Article in The Cleft palate-craniofacial journal : official publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 13 papers.
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- Inconsistencies in Clinical Reporting of Nasopharyngoscopy for Evaluating Velopharyngeal Closure: A Multisite Study.American journal of speech-language pathology · 2026Article
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- How Do Nasopharyngoscopy Ratings of Sustained Speech Differ From Connected Speech?The Cleft palate-craniofacial journal : official publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association · 2026Observational
- Creating a Superiorly Based Pharyngeal Flap: Is Prominence of C1 Superior Enough, and Will Adenoid Pad Be in the Way?Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open · 2025Article
- Development and evaluation of a training program for implementation of velopharyngeal MRI in the clinical setting.Pediatric radiology · 2025Observational
- Levator Veli Palatini Muscle Ratio Is a Clinically Significant Anatomic Predictor for Velopharyngeal Surgical Need.The Cleft palate-craniofacial journal : official publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association · 2025Observational
- Factors That Limit Evaluation of Velopharyngeal Closure During Nasopharyngoscopy.The Cleft palate-craniofacial journal : official publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association · 2025Observational
- Differential Diagnosis of a Pharyngeal Fricative and Therapeutic Monitoring of Velopharyngeal Function Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging.American journal of speech-language pathology · 2025Article
- A Computational Model Reveals How Varying Muscle Activation in the Lateral Pharyngeal Wall and Soft Palate Differentiates Velopharyngeal Closure Patterns.Journal of speech, language, and hearing research : JSLHR · 2024Article
- Incorporating Velopharyngeal MRI into the Clinical Decision-Making Process for a Patient Presenting with Velopharyngeal Dysfunction Following a Failed Palatoplasty.The Cleft palate-craniofacial journal : official publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association · 2024Article
- Establishing a Clinical Protocol for Velopharyngeal MRI and Interpreting Imaging Findings.The Cleft palate-craniofacial journal : official publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association · 2024Article
- The Pediatric Neuroradiologist's Practical Guide to Capture and Evaluate Pre- and Postoperative Velopharyngeal Insufficiency.AJNR. American journal of neuroradiology · 2023Article
- Sex Differences in Velopharyngeal Anatomy of 9- and 10-Year-Old Children.Journal of speech, language, and hearing research : JSLHR · 2023Article
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Abstract
objectiveThe use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in the assessment process for children with cleft/craniofacial conditions remains uncommon, particularly for velopharyngeal assessments. The purpose of this study was to analyze the perceived clinical utility of MRI for cleft/craniofacial providers and identify barriers that exist for clinical translation of this imaging modality to this population of patients.
methodsA 38-item survey was disseminated to craniofacial team providers. Workplace context and demographics, MRI as a research and clinical tool, access and barriers for use of MRI, and needs for successfully establishing MRI protocols at clinical sites were investigated. Descriptive statistics were used to identify differences in the clinical use of MRI across disciplines. Chi-square analyses were conducted to determine how different specialties perceived potential barriers.
resultsRespondents reported that MRI is likely to be beneficial for clinical assessments (93.5%) and that this imaging modality is available for use (83.8%). However, only 11.8% of providers indicated the use of MRI in their clinical assessments. This discrepancy highlights a potential disconnect between perceived use and implementation of this imaging methodology on cleft and craniofacial teams. A number of barriers were identified by providers. Challenges and opportunities for clinical translation of MRI protocols were highlighted.
conclusionResults may guide the development for improved clinical feasibility and implementation of MRI for clinical planning in this population of patients. Reported barriers highlight additional areas for translational research and the potential for the development of clinical tools related to MRI assessment and protocol implementation.
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