Trial on a new surgery for speech in children with cleft lip and palate
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Genetic & congenital, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests a surgical technique (Furlow palatoplasty with a cheek muscle flap) to see if it improves speech development in young children who had a complete cleft lip and palate repaired previously. It may help children between 3 and 5 years old with non-syndromic conditions.
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Who can take part
- You are between 3 and 5 years old.
- You had a complete cleft lip and palate that was already repaired.
- You do not have any other genetic syndromes or conditions.
- Your cleft lip and palate repair was done by the same surgeon.
- You do not have a bilateral cleft lip (cleft on both sides).
- You do not have heart problems or other serious health issues.
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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