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How is Pierre Robin sequence diagnosed?
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Pierre Robin Sequence can only be formally diagnosed following the birth of a child. A diagnosis is made by your doctor or specialist, following a physical and visual examination of your baby. The diagnosis will be made if the triad of indicators are observed being:
- a small or underdeveloped lower jaw (“micrognathia” pronounced micro-nath-ea)
- a cleft palate and
- upper respiratory breathing obstruction.
In some cases, the small lower jaw can be diagnosed as early as 12-14 weeks in utero, however a definative diagnosis can not be provided until after birth. In most cases however there is no indication of the condition during pregnancy.
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- a small or underdeveloped lower jaw (“micrognathia” pronounced micro-nath-ea)
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