Health Science Reports
Epidemiological and Clinical Profile of Cleft Lip and/or Palate in Mbujimayi: A Cross‐Sectional Study
ABSTRACT Background and Aim Cleft lip and/or palate (CLP) is the most common craniofacial malformation worldwide, with significant geographic and socioeconomic disparities. In Mbujimayi, DRC, no prior data have been published on its prevalence or clinical presentation. This study aimed to determine the epidemiological and clinical profile of CLP in Mbujimayi. Methods This was a cross‑sectional study conducted at the University Clinics of Mbujimayi between March 2023 and July 2025. A total of 54 patients with CLP we …