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Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Analysis of Nasal Septum Changes Caused by Rapid Maxillary Expansion in Adolescent Patients with Mild to Moderate Septal Deviation
DownloadFall 2015
Objectives: The objective of this thesis was to analyze cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) images to measure potential changes in nasal septal deviation (NSD) from rapid maxillary expansion (RME) treatment in a sample of adolescent patients. Methods: This retrospective study involved 26...
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Effects of Rapid Maxillary Expansion on Serum Insulin-Like Growth Factor I and Apnea Hypopnea Index Scores in a Prepubertal Population with Maxillary Constriction
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Introduction: Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1) is a potent mitogenic hormone that is critical for normal growth and metabolism. In some cases, children with pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (POSA) may demonstrate lower serum IGF-1 levels and growth. A narrow maxilla is one morphological...