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10-year Follow-up Study on the Prospective Evaluation of Two Palatal Repair Techniques as Related to Platal Architecture

Investigation of Velopharyngeal Function in Palatal Reconstruction

Not Recruiting
100 years or below
All
Phase N/A
1 Location

Brief description of study.

The specific aim of this study is to determine if differences exist in velopharyngeal function between two types of palatal reconstruction - palatoplasty with intra-velar veloplasty (IVV) and palatoplasty with double opposing Z-plasty (ZZ) at long-term fo

Detailed description of study

The specific aim of this study is to determine if differences exist in velopharyngeal function between two types of palatal reconstruction - palatoplasty with intra-velar veloplasty (IVV) and palatoplasty with double opposing Z-plasty (ZZ) at long-term fo

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: Healthy
  • Age: 100 years or below
  • Gender: All

This study investigates the differences in velopharyngeal function between two types of palatal reconstruction surgeries. Velopharyngeal function refers to how well the soft palate and throat close off the nose during speech, which is important for clear speaking. The two surgeries being compared are palatoplasty with intra-velar veloplasty (IVV) and palatoplasty with double opposing Z-plasty (ZZ).

Participants in the study will undergo assessments to evaluate their velopharyngeal function after undergoing one of the two types of palatal reconstruction surgeries. These assessments will help determine if there are significant differences in outcomes between the two surgical methods.

  • Who can participate: The study is seeking participants who have undergone palatoplasty with either intra-velar veloplasty or double opposing Z-plasty. There are no specific age restrictions for participation.
  • Study details: Participants will be evaluated for their velopharyngeal function. The study will compare the outcomes of the two surgical methods to see if there are differences.
Updated on 19 Feb 2024. Study ID: 1303010874

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