Comparision of CBCT & lateral cephalogram in potentially obstructive sleep apnea patients: a comparative study
Author(s): Melody Kh Th chiru*
Abstract
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) has been considered a major health complication as the underlying medical condition poses independent risk factors such as hypertension, Cardio Vascular Disease (CVD), and diabetes thus resulting in an increased multi-morbidity and mortality rate among individuals. The emergence of diagnostic tools and techniques for exploring OSA has become a primary requisite for the healthcare community to focus on meticulously. Aim of the study: To determine the morphology of the soft palate among potential OSA patients via performing CBCT and lateral cephalogram studies Objective of the study: To perform a comparative analysis between CBCT and Lateral Cephalogram and to determine the reliability of the radiographic techniques in measuring the upper airway. Methodology: 30 individuals diagnosed with potential OSA were subjected to Upper Airway measurements through radiographic imaging. Two Examiners carried the study out using standardized diagnostic tools such as the Sirona Dental Systems Lateral cephalogram machine and CS 3D CBCT machine. The variables involved in UA measurements for both radiographic studies involve NPA, VPA, OPA, HPA, SPT and SPL. The collected data were analyzed qualitatively and quantitatively and necessary statistical analysis was carried out using SPSS version 24. Results: There is no significant difference observed by the examiners on UA measurements from CBCT and lateral cephalogram, except for a few parameters like VPA and OPA. Conclusion: The study indicates that both CBCT and Lateral cephalogram are effective diagnostic tools for morphological characterization of UA among those individuals who are highly susceptible to exhibiting OSA.