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Official title Lateral Pharyngoplasty Outcomes in Children Undergoing Tonsillectomy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05575401
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this treatment study is to determine if doing lateral pharyngoplasty with tonsillectomy is better for children than doing tonsillectomy alone. The main questions it aims to answer are: Do children experience less pain after surgery when lateral pharyngoplasty is performed with tonsillectomy compared to tonsillectomy alone?
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 3 to 17
You may be able to join if
- Participants ages 3-17 years of age undergoing tonsillectomy +/- adenoidectomy at Loma Linda University Health
You likely can't join if
- people with congenital syndromes and/or developmental delay
- people with cancer
- people with gastrostomy tube use or dependence
- people undergoing intracapsular tonsillectomy
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Murrieta, California, United States
- Riverside, California, United States
- San Bernardino, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 3 years to 17 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Murrieta, California, United States; Riverside, California, United States; San Bernardino, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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