Testing speech changes after jaw surgery for sleep apnea
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat, Genetic & congenital, Lungs & breathing, Mental health, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at whether moving the upper and lower jaw forward to treat sleep apnea affects speech and talking. It checks for a condition called velopharyngeal insufficiency, which can cause air to escape through the nose during speech, and helps doctors understand how common this side effect is.
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Who can take part
- You are older than 18 years.
- You have been diagnosed with mild, moderate, or severe obstructive sleep apnea.
- Your doctor has recommended jaw advancement surgery (called MMA) as a treatment for sleep apnea.
- You have not had this type of jaw surgery before.
- You have not had throat or palate surgery for sleep apnea in the past.
- You do not have a cleft palate or a condition that affects your muscles or nerves.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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