สถานะทางเศรษฐกิจและสังคมกับภาวะปากแหว่งเพดานโหว่ในประเทศไทย:  การทบทวนปัจจัยเสี่ยงและนัยสำคัญทางสาธารณสุข

Siriporn   Sasakul

Authors

Siriporn Sasakul Faculty of Dentistry, Nation University

Keywords:

Cleft Lip and Palate, Socioeconomic Status, Risk Factors, Public Health, Cleft Lip and Palate, Socioeconomic Status, Risk Factors, Public Health, Thailand

Abstract

Cleft Lip and Palate (CLP) is a prevalent craniofacial condition that significantly impacts health, quality of life, and psychosocial well-being (Hodges et al., 2022). While genetic factors play a major role, recent research highlights the strong influence of socioeconomic status (SES) on CLP prevalence and severity (Beaty et al., 2016; Jindal et al., 2018). This review examines the link between SES and CLP in Thailand, emphasizing key risk factors and public health implications.

Studies indicate that lower SES is associated with increased risk due to maternal malnutrition (Sivertsen et al., 2020), inadequate prenatal care, exposure to environmental toxins (Shaw et al., 2019), and limited access to healthcare services (WHO, 2021). Public health policies, such as folic acid fortification programs, have been shown to reduce the incidence of congenital anomalies, including CLP (Parker et al., 2023; Wilcox et al., 2019). Addressing these disparities through targeted interventions and improved healthcare access is crucial for mitigating the prevalence and severity of CLP in Thailand.

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