3D-Printed bone plug could improve cleft palate surgery
NCT ID NCT07137975
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two ways to rebuild bone in the gum area of children with a cleft palate. One method uses a custom 3D-printed mold to shape the patient's own bone into a plug, while the other uses small bone chips. The goal is to see which approach fills the bone gap better and with fewer complications. Sixteen children aged 7 to 12 are taking part.
What this could mean
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Active substance
autogenous bone plug (patient's own bone shaped with a 3D-printed mold and fibrin glue)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could lead to a more precise and reliable method for rebuilding bone in cleft palate patients, reducing complications like graft failure.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-stage trial with only 16 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The procedure still requires surgery and carries risks like infection or poor bone healing.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Cairo University
Cairo, Egypt