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In Mbujimayi, DRC, no prior data have been published on its prevalence or clinical presentation. This study aimed to determine the epidemiological and clinical profile of CLP in Mbujimayi.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This was a cross\u2011sectional study conducted at the University Clinics of Mbujimayi between March 2023 and July 2025. A total of 54 patients with CLP were included. Ethical approval was obtained. Data were collected on demographic characteristics, anatomical types of CLP, and associated complications.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Unilateral cleft lip was the most frequent anatomical type, predominantly affecting the left side (48.1%). The mean age of patients was 5.5 years, with extremes ranging from 0.5 to 20 years. Feeding difficulties (40.7%), speech disorders, malnutrition, and social integration challenges (27.8%) were among the most common complications. A family history of CLP was reported in 13.0% of cases, and one associated malformation (cryptorchidism) was noted. The absence of a regional registry and reliance on free surgical campaigns limited the assessment of prevalence and postoperative outcomes.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>CLP is relatively common in Mbujimayi and is accompanied by significant clinical and psychosocial complications. Its management remains a major challenge in this resource\u2010limited setting. 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