Palatoplasty Techniques Using PRF and Gentamicin-Loaded PRF in Cleft Palate

This prospective, randomized controlled trial evaluates the clinical efficacy of autologous Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) and Gentamicin-Loaded PRF as regenerative and antimicrobial biological adjuncts in primary palatoplasty. A total of 90 pediatric and adolescent patients with unilateral and bilateral complete and incomplete cleft palates will be assigned across three parallel treatment arms: standard palatoplasty alone (control), palatoplasty augmented with standard PRF, and palatoplasty augmented with gentamicin-loaded PRF. The primary objective is to compare quantitative primary mucosal healing scores, wound dehiscence rates, and the incidence of postoperative oronasal fistula formation to determine whether local gentamicin-PRF delivery significantly improves soft-tissue healing and reduces surgical breakdown