Study Status: Recruiting
Recruit Status: Recruiting
Study Type: Observational
Official Title: Does Acellular Dermal Matrix Reduce Fistula Rate in Primary Furlow Palatoplasty
Brief Summary: The goal of the present study is to definitely determine whether the use of acellular dermal matrix (ADM) during primary cleft palate repair decreases the rate of fistula formation. Although individual studies have described promising advantages to its use in cleft palate surgery, no consensus currently exists. Without concrete evidence, one must question the whether the increased cost, time and potential patient risk (human derived tissue) to patients justifies its use in primary cleft palate repair.