Plain-English translation of NCT07581938 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study is designed to help dentists spot children who may have sleep-disordered breathing—a condition where breathing becomes shallow or stops during sleep—before it causes serious problems. Researchers will screen children during their regular dental appointments and then ask families to use a small wearable ring that tracks sleep at home over three nights to gather information about how the child's body is functioning during sleep.
Sleep-disordered breathing in children often goes undetected because families may not realize their child has it, and waiting for a diagnosis can allow the condition to affect growth, school performance, and overall health. This study explores whether dentists—who see children regularly—can be the first line of defense in catching these problems early.
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Your child will answer some brief questionnaires and have a simple physical exam (height, weight, and a look at their airway) during a visit to the pediatric dental clinic, which takes place around their regular dental appointment. You'll then take home a small wearable ring for your child to wear during sleep for three consecutive nights over the next three weeks, and study staff will call once or twice to check in and answer any questions. No treatment or medication is given—the study is purely about monitoring and gathering information.
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