Nasal shaping comparison for babies with bilateral cleft lip and palate
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Genetic & congenital, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to shape the nose and improve facial appearance in babies born with bilateral cleft lip and palate. It aims to find which method works better before surgery. Participating babies will receive the treatment starting when they are less than one month old.
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Who can take part
- Your baby is under 1 month old.
- Your baby has a cleft on both sides of the lip and palate (bilateral cleft lip and palate).
- Your baby is not diagnosed with any syndrome or chronic illness.
- Your baby's cleft is complete (no tissue bridge across the gap).
- Your baby's upper jaw (premaxilla) is displaced.
- You are willing to commit to nasal molding therapy appointments.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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