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Relationship of ankyloglossia and obstructive sleep apnea: systematic review and meta-analysis.

Sara Camañes-GonzalvoJosé María Montiel-CompanyVanessa Paredes-GallardoFrancisco Javier Puertas-CuestaRocío Marco-PitarchMarina García-SelvaCarlos Bellot-ArcísMaría Dolores Casaña-Ruiz
Published in: Sleep & breathing = Schlaf & Atmung (2024)
This systematic review and meta-analysis provide evidence supporting the association between ankyloglossia and obstructive sleep apnea in children. Nevertheless, it is crucial to consider additional factors such as tongue mobility and the presence of a high-arched palate in further evaluations.
Keyphrases
  • obstructive sleep apnea
  • positive airway pressure
  • young adults
  • sleep apnea