Gel or stitches? new study aims to help kids swallow safely

NCT ID NCT07057258

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at two different procedures to help children aged 1 to 10 years who have trouble swallowing due to a laryngeal cleft (a gap in the airway). One procedure injects a gel to build up the airway wall, the other uses stitches to close the gap. The goal is to see which method better prevents food and liquid from going into the lungs. Participants will have swallowing tests and questionnaires before and 3 months after the procedure.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Deglutition Disorders laryngotracheoesophageal cleft

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Oregon Health & Science University

    Portland, Oregon, 97239, United States

  • Vanderbilt University

    Nashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States