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New treatment option for Cleft Palate
Official title Optimizing Perioperative Analgesia to Lower Pain Following Cleft Palate Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06962306
What this study is testing
What is Methadone hydrochloride?
Methadone hydrochloride is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for cleft palate.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to compare the use of short acting opioids (fentanyl/hydromorphone) with long acting opioids (methadone) for pain control following cleft palate surgery in infants and young children.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
- 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 6 to 4
You may be able to join if
- Age 6 months to 4 years of age
- Primary cleft palate repair
- Signed informed consent by parent or legal guardian
You likely can't join if
- History of chronic kidney or liver disease
- Planned admission to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
- Additional procedures under general anesthesia for which opioids would be prescribed
- Any patient ineligible for study participation at the discretion of the investigators
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Durham, North Carolina, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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, 6 months to 4 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Durham, North Carolina, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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