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Botox may help cleft lip scars heal smoother

NCT ID NCT07880860

Symptom relief Sponsor: Children's National Research Institute Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Oct 19, 2026 · Last updated Oct 20, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether botulinum toxin type A (Botox) can improve scar appearance after cleft lip repair surgery in infants. Infants undergoing cleft lip repair are randomly assigned to receive either a Botox injection or a placebo (saline) injection during surgery. Researchers compare scar quality over the first year and monitor for side effects. The goal is to learn whether Botox is safe and effective for improving scar quality after cleft lip repair.

What this could mean

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Active substance
botulinum toxin type A (Botox) injection
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a way to improve how cleft lip scars look as children grow, possibly reducing the need for later scar revision surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small Phase 2 trial in infants, so results may not hold in larger groups. Botox can cause temporary weakness in nearby muscles, and the study must show it is safe for babies.

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Study facts

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Phase

Phase 2

Tests whether the treatment actually works, and watches for side effects, in a larger group.

Participants

About 40 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Feb 2026

Expected to finish

Feb 2032

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

0 days to 12 months

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Infants undergoing cleft lip repair * Age less than 12 months at the time of surgery * Parent or legal guardian able to provide informed consent * Eligible to undergo study procedures and follow-up evaluations Exclusion Criteria: * Known hypersensitivity or contraindication to botulinum toxin type A or any study-related medication components * Medical conditions that would preclude safe participation as determined by the investigator * Previous treatment that may significantly affect scar assessment * Inability to complete required follow-up evaluations * Any condition that, in the opinion of the investigator, would interfere with study participation or interpretation of results

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cleft lip

As listed by the trial registrant

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Cleft lip Cleft lip scar

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Children's National Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Washington D.C., District of Columbia, 20010, United States

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