Neonates with Restrictive Lingual Frenulum Tongue-Tie v6
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To clarify the Trust’s support of frenulotomy [release procedure] where a restrictive lingual frenulum tongue-tie is having a negative impact on a neonate’s feeding particularly breastfeeding.
This guideline provides a clear pathway for midwives’ support advice and referral of babies under their care where a restrictive frenulum is causing feeding difficulties.
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08.12.2021Date Review
24.09.2024File Size
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This guideline has been approved by the Trust's Clinical Guidelines Assessment Panel as an aid to the diagnosis and management of relevant patients and clinical circumstances. Not every patient or situation fits neatly into a standard guideline scenario and the guideline must be interpreted and applied in practice in the light of prevailing clinical circumstances, the diagnostic and treatment options available and the professional judgement, knowledge and expertise of relevant clinicians. It is advised that the rationale for any departure from relevant guidance should be documented in the patient's case notes.The Trust's guidelines are made publicly available as part of the collective endeavour to continuously improve the quality of healthcare through sharing medical experience and knowledge. The Trust accepts no responsibility for any misunderstanding or misapplication of this document.