Metformin for Non-Syndromic Alveolar Cleft in Children
Part of Genetic & congenital, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests whether metformin (a common diabetes medication) can help improve healing and bone growth in children with alveolar cleft—a gap in the upper jaw bone and gum. Researchers hope this may reduce the need for future surgery or improve surgical outcomes.
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Who can take part
- Your child has an alveolar cleft (a gap in the upper jaw bone/gum area) on one side only
- Your child's cleft is not part of a genetic syndrome or multiple birth defects
- Your child is between 8 and 12 years old
- Your child has never had surgery to repair the cleft
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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