Injection vs. surgery for laryngeal clefts in children
Part of Digestive system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This trial compares two treatments for children who have a gap in their voice box (laryngeal cleft) that causes liquid to go into their lungs. One treatment is an injection to close the gap, and the other is surgery with stitches.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 1 and 10 years old
- Your child has been seen at a special clinic for swallowing and breathing problems
- Your child has shown signs of liquid going into the airway on a special X-ray swallow test
- Your child needs thickened liquids to drink safely and can't stop after trying for 2 months
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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