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NCT Number: NCT07561606

Correlation Between Posterior Crossbite and Risk of Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Correlation Between Posterior Crossbite and Risk of Obstructive Sleep Apnea

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Key information

Conditions

Crossbite Teeth

Age range

6 year–12 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

About this study

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.

Who can participate

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

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

Treatment and study plan

Comparator

Other

Patients without posterior crossbite, or Normative OSA-18 scores / low-risk groups

Interventions

Other

Screening using the OSA-18 (Obstructive Sleep Apnea-18) questionnaire

Primary outcomes

  1. Risk or presence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) based on OSA-18 scores

    Time frame: 2 months

    questionnaire

Study contacts

Contact information is provided by the study sponsor or research team.

Marwa A. Salmoon, Ph.D

CONTACT

[email protected]

01016555055

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

October University for Modern Sciences and Arts

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Correlation Between Posterior Crossbite and Risk of Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Questionnaire-Based Analysis

Important dates

Study start
2026
Primary completion
2026
Study completion
2026
First posted
May 1, 2026
Registry last updated
May 1, 2026

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.