Plain-English translation of NCT07086612 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
Obstructive sleep apnea is a common breathing disorder in children that can cause serious health problems if not caught early. Researchers believe there may be a link between how a child's upper jaw is shaped and whether they develop this sleep breathing condition. This study will compare children with a narrow upper jaw to children with other jaw alignment issues to see if the narrow jaw shape is connected to sleep apnea.
Sleep apnea in children is often diagnosed too late, which can lead to serious complications. If doctors can spot a simple jaw shape pattern that signals higher risk, they could catch this condition much earlier and refer children for proper treatment sooner.
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You will have a clinical examination where doctors assess your jaw shape and look for signs of sleep breathing problems. The study compares two groups of children—those with a narrow upper jaw and those with other jaw alignment issues—to see if there's a connection to sleep apnea. Your participation will help doctors identify an early warning sign that could help catch this condition in other children.
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France
Sponsor
Fondation Hôpital Saint-Joseph
Enrollment target
~102 participants
Started
November 2025
Primary completion
September 2026
Age range
6 Years – 16 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in March 2026.
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