Evaluation of the Breastfeeding Dynamics of Neonates with Ankyloglossia via a Novel Ultrasonographic Technique
To effectively address breastfeeding issues for neonates and mothers, one must understand the physiology of breastfeeding and the anatomical components involved in sucking, swallowing, and respiration. This study compared the tongue position and movement of neonates with tongue ties versus healthy c...
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| description | To effectively address breastfeeding issues for neonates and mothers, one must understand the physiology of breastfeeding and the anatomical components involved in sucking, swallowing, and respiration. This study compared the tongue position and movement of neonates with tongue ties versus healthy controls during sucking. A new objective ultrasonography diagnostic approach was also introduced for the orofacial region. This retrospective study evaluated B-mode and M-mode ultrasonography images from 30 neonates clinically diagnosed with tongue tie, and a control group of 30 neonates. B-mode ultrasound images were used to examine several characteristics to locate the nipple in the oral cavity during breastfeeding. Anatomic M-mode ultrasound images were used to assess tongue movement during sucking. The nipple moved farther from the intersection of the hard and soft palates during the sucking cycle in the ankyloglossia group than in the control group (<i>p</i> < 0.05). Compared to the control group, neonates with ankyloglossia have a lower capacity to lift the anterior tongue toward the palate when sucking (<i>p</i> < 0.05). There was no significant difference in tongue movement metrics between the two groups (<i>p</i> > 0.05). Our findings were consistent with earlier research. The novel measurement method will offer a new perspective on breastfeeding. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-75166e2d272e43bb876b568d43896bf02023-11-24T14:37:35ZengMDPI AGDiagnostics2075-44182023-11-011322343510.3390/diagnostics13223435Evaluation of the Breastfeeding Dynamics of Neonates with Ankyloglossia via a Novel Ultrasonographic TechniqueArzu Alan0Ayse Isil Orhan1Kaan Orhan2Ankara 75th Year Oral and Dental Health Hospital, Ministry of Health, Ankara 06230, TürkiyeDepartment of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Ankara Yildirim Beyazit University, Ankara 06220, TürkiyeDepartment of Dentomaxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Ankara University, Ankara 06560, TürkiyeTo effectively address breastfeeding issues for neonates and mothers, one must understand the physiology of breastfeeding and the anatomical components involved in sucking, swallowing, and respiration. This study compared the tongue position and movement of neonates with tongue ties versus healthy controls during sucking. A new objective ultrasonography diagnostic approach was also introduced for the orofacial region. This retrospective study evaluated B-mode and M-mode ultrasonography images from 30 neonates clinically diagnosed with tongue tie, and a control group of 30 neonates. B-mode ultrasound images were used to examine several characteristics to locate the nipple in the oral cavity during breastfeeding. Anatomic M-mode ultrasound images were used to assess tongue movement during sucking. The nipple moved farther from the intersection of the hard and soft palates during the sucking cycle in the ankyloglossia group than in the control group (<i>p</i> < 0.05). Compared to the control group, neonates with ankyloglossia have a lower capacity to lift the anterior tongue toward the palate when sucking (<i>p</i> < 0.05). There was no significant difference in tongue movement metrics between the two groups (<i>p</i> > 0.05). Our findings were consistent with earlier research. The novel measurement method will offer a new perspective on breastfeeding.https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4418/13/22/3435breastfeedingankyloglossiaultrasonographydiagnostic imagingtongue movementsucking function |
| spellingShingle | Arzu Alan Ayse Isil Orhan Kaan Orhan Evaluation of the Breastfeeding Dynamics of Neonates with Ankyloglossia via a Novel Ultrasonographic Technique Diagnostics breastfeeding ankyloglossia ultrasonography diagnostic imaging tongue movement sucking function |
| title | Evaluation of the Breastfeeding Dynamics of Neonates with Ankyloglossia via a Novel Ultrasonographic Technique |
| title_full | Evaluation of the Breastfeeding Dynamics of Neonates with Ankyloglossia via a Novel Ultrasonographic Technique |
| title_fullStr | Evaluation of the Breastfeeding Dynamics of Neonates with Ankyloglossia via a Novel Ultrasonographic Technique |
| title_full_unstemmed | Evaluation of the Breastfeeding Dynamics of Neonates with Ankyloglossia via a Novel Ultrasonographic Technique |
| title_short | Evaluation of the Breastfeeding Dynamics of Neonates with Ankyloglossia via a Novel Ultrasonographic Technique |
| title_sort | evaluation of the breastfeeding dynamics of neonates with ankyloglossia via a novel ultrasonographic technique |
| topic | breastfeeding ankyloglossia ultrasonography diagnostic imaging tongue movement sucking function |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4418/13/22/3435 |
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