Jaw shape may predict sleep apnea in kids
NCT ID NCT07086612
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether children with a narrow upper jaw (transverse orthodontic deficiency) are more likely to have obstructive sleep apnea. Researchers will compare sleep test results from 102 children aged 6 to 16, some with and some without this jaw issue. The goal is to find a simple physical sign that could help doctors catch sleep apnea earlier.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If a link is found, dentists and orthodontists could spot sleep apnea risk early and refer children for proper diagnosis and treatment.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may find no clear connection, or the results may not apply to all children.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Service d'orthopédie dento-cranio-maxillo faciale
RECRUITINGRouen, 7600, France
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