Prosthetic Management of Hard Palate Perforation in a Child with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Abstract

Palatal perforation is an uncommon complication seen in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia undergoing chemotherapy. This may impact basic functions, such as speech, swallowing, chewing, affecting the quality of life (QOL). Prosthetic rehabilitation of the palatal perforation with obturator can optimally restore function, thereby improving and enhancing the QOL of these patients.

Keywords

Leukemia - maxillofacial prosthesis - oncology - palatal obturator - palatal perforation

Publication History

Article published online:
06 July 2021

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