Correlation Between Posterior Crossbite and Risk of Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Questionnaire-Based Analysis
| Registry | NCT07561606 |
|---|---|
| Status | Not yet recruiting |
| Study type | Observational |
| Enrollment | 420 (Estimated) |
| Sponsor | October University for Modern Sciences and Arts (Other) |
| Conditions | Crossbite Teeth |
| Interventions | Comparator, Interventions (Other) |
| Dates | start 2026-04-01 (estimated), primary completion 2026-06-01 (estimated), completion 2026-06-01 (estimated), first posted 2026-05-01, last updated 2026-05-01 |
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Correlation Between Posterior Crossbite and Risk of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Understanding the correlation between posterior crossbite and OSA risk is essential for early detection and prevention. Pediatric dentists and orthodontists are uniquely positioned to identify craniofacial risk factors and initiate early intervention.
Screening tools such as OSA-18 can help identify children at risk and facilitate timely referral for multidisciplinary management. Furthermore, evaluating this association will contribute to improving clinical decision-making and patient outcomes.
Aim of study:
To assess the correlation between posterior crossbite and the risk of obstructive sleep apnea in children using the OSA-18 questionnaire.
| Arm | Type | Interventions | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| intervention | Other: Interventions | Screening using the OSA-18 (Obstructive Sleep Apnea-18) questionnaire | |
| comparator | Other: Comparator | Patients without posterior crossbite, or Normative OSA-18 scores / low-risk groups |
Sex: All, ages: 6 Years to 12 Years
Inclusion Criteria: * Children in mixed dentition stage aged 6-12 years * Presence of posterior crossbite Exclusion Criteria: * Syndromic patients * Previous orthodontic treatment * Chronic respiratory or neurological disorders Matching criteria and allocation ratio