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The Financial and Emotional Impact of Cleft Palate

Recruitingn/aAges 4 Years - 22 YearsAllUniversity Hospital, Ghent
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Cleft lip and/or palate (CL±P) is the most prevalent congenital craniofacial defect with a significant social impact, affecting speech, hearing, feeding, oral behavior, dentition and satisfaction with appearance. These consequences have a long-term and negative impact on social integration and well-being. WHO highlights the significant financial costs, including morbidity, healthcare costs, emotional distress and social exclusion to patients, their families and society. The purpose of this study is to investigate the financial and emotional impact of CL±P based on the perceptions of children with CL±P and their parents/guardians followed by the interdisciplinary craniofacial teams of the University Hospitals of Leuven or Ghent. Participation in this study consists of completing questionnaires related to financial, social and well-being aspects using the CLEFT-Q, Parental Stress Scale and

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Presence of a cleft (lip and) palate * Age of 5, 12 or 18 years Exclusion Criteria: \- No specific exclusion criteria
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What it tests

  • Questionnaires
  • Semi-structured interviews
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Where

1 site
Ghent University Hospital
Ghent, Belgium
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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