NDLI: Retrospective analysis of the upper airway anatomy and Sella turcica morphology across different skeletal malocclusions: a computerized technique

Content Provider	Springer Nature : BioMed Central
Author	Marya, Anand Inglam, Samroeng Dagnaud, Adrien Wanchat, Sujin Naronglerdrit, Prasitthichai Rithvitou, Horn Chantarapanich, Nattapon
Abstract	Objective This study aimed to investigate the normal volumetric space and variations in the measurements of different landmarks in adults with different skeletal relations of the maxilla and the mandible based on CBCT data. The study also analyses these landmarks to locate any correlations. Background Numerous studies in orthodontics have found a relationship between orthodontic treatment and changes in the anatomy and function of the airway. Severe changes in airway morphology can cause breathing difficulties, lower quality of life, and even result in life-threatening conditions such as obstructive sleep apnoea. Consequently, orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning require a thorough understanding of the airway space and its function. Methods The present retrospective study was conducted using CBCT records of 120 adult patients, containing 40 samples of each skeletal class (20 males and 20 females). The boundaries were defined for the 3 major regions: the nasopharynx, the oropharynx, and the hypopharynx. Various measurements were recorded across these regions, as well as selective cephalometric landmarks. The obtained data was used to calculate average and standard deviation, while regression analysis was used to evaluate correlations and t-test was used to test statistical significance of gender differences. Results The results demonstrate that skeletal Class III individuals exhibit a reduced airway volume in the nasopharynx compared to other groups, whereas skeletal Class II individuals displayed a diminished airway volume in the hypopharynx. A strong correlation was observed for Sella turcica parameters. There were no significant differences in skeletal parameters across genders. Nasopharynx cavity volume demonstrated significant differences between skeletal Class I–Class III as well as between skeletal Class II–Class III. Hypopharynx cavity volume also demonstrated significant differences between skeletal Class I–Class II and between skeletal Class II–Class III. Conclusion The major findings are the presence of a reduced nasopharyngeal volume in skeletal Class III malocclusions while skeletal Class II individuals displayed a diminished hypopharyngeal volume, making these critical areas to consider during the diagnostic and orthodontic treatment planning stages. This study also revealed a consistent correlation between Sella turcica parameters across various facial skeletal profiles, with skeletal Class II patients exhibiting a distinct pattern and skeletal Class I and Class III demonstrating an average relationship.
Related Links	https://bmcoralhealth.biomedcentral.com/counter/pdf/10.1186/s12903-024-04867-6.pdf
Ending Page	10
Page Count	10
Starting Page	1
File Format	HTM / HTML
ISSN	14726831
DOI	10.1186/s12903-024-04867-6
Journal	BMC Oral Health
Issue Number	1
Volume Number	24
Language	English
Publisher	BioMed Central
Publisher Date	2024-09-19
Access Restriction	Open
Subject Keyword	Dentistry Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Upper airway Sella turcica Skeletal class CBCT Correlation Gender
Content Type	Text
Resource Type	Article
Subject	Dentistry
Journal Impact Factor	2.6/2023
5-Year Journal Impact Factor	3.2/2023

Sl.	Authority	Responsibilities	Communication Details
1	Ministry of Education (GoI), Department of Higher Education	Sanctioning Authority	https://www.education.gov.in/ict-initiatives
2	Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur	Host Institute of the Project: The host institute of the project is responsible for providing infrastructure support and hosting the project	https://www.iitkgp.ac.in
3	National Digital Library of India Office, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur	The administrative and infrastructural headquarters of the project	Dr. B. Sutradhar bsutra@ndl.gov.in
4	Project PI / Joint PI	Principal Investigator and Joint Principal Investigators of the project	Dr. B. Sutradhar bsutra@ndl.gov.in Prof. Saswat Chakrabarti will be added soon
5	Website/Portal (Helpdesk)	Queries regarding NDLI and its services	support@ndl.gov.in
6	Contents and Copyright Issues	Queries related to content curation and copyright issues	content@ndl.gov.in
7	National Digital Library of India Club (NDLI Club)	Queries related to NDLI Club formation, support, user awareness program, seminar/symposium, collaboration, social media, promotion, and outreach	clubsupport@ndl.gov.in
8	Digital Preservation Centre (DPC)	Assistance with digitizing and archiving copyright-free printed books	dpc@ndl.gov.in
9	IDR Setup or Support	Queries related to establishment and support of Institutional Digital Repository (IDR) and IDR workshops	idr@ndl.gov.in

The morphology and bridging of the sella turcica in adult orthodontic patients

Evaluation of the effect of age, gender, and skeletal class on the dimensions of sella turcica using lateral cephalogram

Quantitative changes of upper airway in class III patients undergoing bimaxillary surgery after one-year follow-up: a retrospective study

Correlation between different boundaries used in upper airway assessment

Study of patterns of sella turcica with different malocclusions

The effect of orthodontic vertical control on the changes in the upper airway size and tongue and hyoid position in adult patients with hyperdivergent skeletal class II

Exploring the association between PITX2, third molars agenesis and sella turcica morphology

Sella turcica variations in patients with transverse skeletal discrepancies versus patients with normal transverse relationships. a cross- sectional study

Association Between Variations In Sella Turcica Dimensions And Morphology And Skeletal Malocclusions.

Retrospective analysis of the upper airway anatomy and Sella turcica morphology across different skeletal malocclusions: a computerized technique

Similar Documents

The morphology and bridging of the sella turcica in adult orthodontic patients

Evaluation of the effect of age, gender, and skeletal class on the dimensions of sella turcica using lateral cephalogram

Quantitative changes of upper airway in class III patients undergoing bimaxillary surgery after one-year follow-up: a retrospective study

Correlation between different boundaries used in upper airway assessment

Study of patterns of sella turcica with different malocclusions

The effect of orthodontic vertical control on the changes in the upper airway size and tongue and hyoid position in adult patients with hyperdivergent skeletal class II

Exploring the association between PITX2, third molars agenesis and sella turcica morphology

Sella turcica variations in patients with transverse skeletal discrepancies versus patients with normal transverse relationships. a cross- sectional study

Association Between Variations In Sella Turcica Dimensions And Morphology And Skeletal Malocclusions.

Retrospective analysis of the upper airway anatomy and Sella turcica morphology across different skeletal malocclusions: a computerized technique