MRI scan of palate repair surgery outcomes
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Ear, nose & throat, Genetic & congenital, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study uses MRI imaging to examine how the palate (roof of mouth) heals after a specific surgical repair technique for cleft palate. The goal is to understand how well a modified surgical approach works and whether it improves outcomes for patients.
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Who can take part
- You have a cleft palate (non-syndromic, meaning it occurred without an associated genetic syndrome)
- Your cleft palate has not been surgically repaired before
- You are willing to have an MRI scan and attend follow-up visits
- You do not have other genetic syndromes or major craniofacial (face and skull) abnormalities
- You do not have serious ongoing medical conditions (like heart disease or kidney problems)
- You have no medical implants or metal devices that would prevent safe MRI imaging
Quick eligibility check
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