Introduction

Congenital facial anomalies (CFAs) are a heterogeneous group of conditions with diverse genetic origins and clinical manifestations. Due to the involvement of multiple facial structures, their treatment requires the participation of various medical specialists. In Bulgaria, there is currently no national registry for patients with CFAs.

In recent years, there has been a shift toward earlier surgical intervention and the adoption of a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach involving specialists from different medical fields. However, several challenges remain unresolved:

• Early prenatal diagnosis
• Initial care for newborns with CFAs
• Multidisciplinary approach in the treatment of CFAs
• Social stigma faced by individuals with CFAs

Project goals

By developing specialized software for collecting data on patients with congenital facial anomalies (CFAs), the aim is to create the foundation for establishing a standard for their comprehensive treatment, applicable across Bulgaria. The following sub-goals have been set to support the project:

• Development of a specialized, multilingual, internet-based software system for collecting and analyzing clinical data on CFA patients, both in Bulgaria and abroad;
• Exchange of best practices in CFA treatment at the international level to achieve more sustainable outcomes;
• Establishment of a national registry for patients with CFAs in Bulgaria.

Expected outcomes

Establishment of a national registry for patients with congenital facial anomalies (CFAs). Development and implementation of a unified treatment standard for CFA patients, along with an update of the regulatory framework to support and advance medical practice in this field.