This document discusses cleft lip and palate, including the embryology, causes, classifications, genetics, pathophysiology, and anesthetic management for surgeries to repair cleft lip and palate. It notes the multidisciplinary teams involved and describes in detail the considerations and procedures for anesthetizing infants and children undergoing cleft lip and palate surgeries, including airway management, monitoring, induction, maintenance, extubation, and postoperative care.