Cleft lip surgery or cheiloplasty is a surgical procedure performed to repair a cleft lip, a birth defect where the lip does not fully form during fetal development leaving an opening that exposes the roof of the mouth. Cleft lip can range from a small notch in the upper lip to a large opening involving both the lip and nasal cavity. Cleft lip surgery aims to reconstruct the shape and function of the lip allowing for proper facial development, speech and feeding. The procedure is generally recommended shortly after birth as timely treatment results in better outcomes and early repair also helps in developing facial muscles for effective functioning. 

Key Takeaways
Key players operating in the Global Cleft Lip Surgery are Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Medanta, Apollo, Great Ormond Street Hospital, The McIndoe Centre, University Hospital Bonn, Louis Children Hospitals, and Care National Hospital.
Many companies are investing in advanced surgical technologies and techniques such as computer-assisted Cleft Lip Surgery Market Size which utilizes 3D imaging for precise reconstruction. Hospitals are also expanding their cleft care centers and network of reconstructive surgeons globally to provide better access to treatment.
International organizations are also supporting research and programs focussed on cleft interventions in low and middle income countries. For instance, Smile Train supports 1,000+ cleft care partner hospitals across over 80 countries providing free surgery to children born with clefts.

Market Drivers
– Rising incidence of congenital anomalies including cleft lip and palate: Factors such as increasing age of mothers, lifestyle changes have resulted in increasing cases of orofacial clefts annually worldwide.
– Advancements in surgical techniques and technologies: 3D planning, computer navigation, robotic assistance have improved outcomes of cleft repair surgery.

Market Restrains
– High cost of treatment: Though many NGOs support free cleft care, treatment still remains unaffordable for many in low income countries due to lack of public insurance coverage and out-of-pocket payments.
– Scarce availability of trained surgeons: Shortage of trained cleft surgeons and centers providing comprehensive care continue to hamper access especially in underdeveloped regions.