Asked in ETEA MDCAT 2006 2006

The individual with hare-lip shows which of the following condition?

Correct answer: A. Cleft palate

  • A. Cleft palate
  • B. Polydactyly
  • C. Hard-palate
  • D. Microcephaly

Explanation

A cleft palate is a congenital condition often associated with a hare lip, involving an opening or split in the upper lip and/or roof of the mouth. This occurs when the developing facial structures in an unborn baby do not completely fuse. The other options are unrelated: Polydactyly involves extra digits; the hard palate is a normal part of the mouth's structure; and microcephaly is a different developmental condition affecting head size.

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