Cleft@18-23 is an NIHR (National Institute of Health Research) funded research programme which investigates outcomes at the end of routine care for 18–23-year-olds born with a cleft of the lip or palate or both.
The researchers want to see if people have different results depending on things like their ethnicity, sex, income or background, how well they understand health info, and where they live. The research will help to address any identified variation and ensure that all young adults have the same chance of achieving the best possible outcomes.
Who can take part?
The research team are looking for people to take part who:
- are aged 18-23 years old
- have a cleft lip and/or palate
- had their first operation for their cleft before the age of 2 years old
- had their first operation for their cleft and continued their treatment in the UK
- have been discharged from their cleft centre more than 6 months ago
If you take part
You will be invited to come to a Cleft@18-23 Research Clinic at one of the Cleft Centres in the UK. You will be at the clinic for about 2-3 hours. At the clinic you will be asked to:
- complete questionnaires
- have photos taken of your face & mouth
- record a sample of your speech & have your hearing checked
- have your teeth checked
At the end of the clinic assessments, you will be given a £50 voucher as a thank you for your time. Your travel costs will also be covered.
You can sign up here or visit the website to find out more information. You can also contact the study team [email protected] or 07484 515 858 with any questions you may have.
