How PLANA Helps Babies Grow Better

PLANA is a novel method designed to assist babies with cleft lip and palate, distinguishing itself by not requiring an intraoral plate.

Study Overview

Researchers aimed to evaluate whether PLANA enhances weight gain in infants compared to traditional treatments.

• Participants:
• PLANA Group: 19 babies
• NAM Group (another treatment): 25 babies
• Initial Conditions: Both groups were comparable in age, weight, and surgical timing.

Key Findings

• Weight Gain:
• PLANA Group: 0.028 kg per day
• NAM Group: 0.024 kg per day
• Significance: Although the difference was slight, it was statistically meaningful.

Clinical Implications

• No Surgery Delays: All babies proceeded with surgery as planned, indicating that PLANA does not hinder growth.
• Feeding Benefits: PLANA does not interfere with feeding, making it a favorable option.

Conclusion

Doctors consider PLANA a promising alternative that supports healthy growth. Further research is needed, but current results are encouraging.