Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
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Description Module
Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-25 @ 3:00 AM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-25 @ 3:00 AM
NCT ID:
NCT02642133
Brief Summary:
This study is an observational study to determine outcomes of surgical release of tongue-tie and lip-tie in babies who are experiencing difficulty with breastfeeding.
Detailed Description:
Breastfeeding rates in the United States initiate at around 80%, but many mothers are unable to effectively breastfeeding because of problems with latch and suction generation. Previous studies have demonstrated how nipple pain is directly linked to ankyloglossia, but most of these studies are done with poor methodology.
Clinically, tongue-tie and lip-tie have correlate with numerous other symptoms besides nipple pain. These babies tend to be inefficient nursers, which can affect weight gain. Abnormal intake of air because of the poor latch/seal can lead to reflux symptoms. Finally, there is a significant psychological toll on mothers who want to breastfeed but cannot do so.
This study aims to prospectively analyze these outcomes by using validated tools.
Study:
NCT02642133
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT02642133