The impact of positive airway pressure on midface growth: a literature review

Introduction: The treatment of obstructive sleep apnea with positive airway pressure in children is restricted due to concerns that it could affect maxilla growth over time. Objective: To undertake a systematic review of the literature about the long-term impact of using a positive airway pressure m...

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Main Authors: Rita Catia Brás Bariani, Thais Moura Guimarães, Mario Cappellette, Junior, Gustavo Moreira, Reginaldo Raimundo Fujita
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2020-09-01
Series:Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1808869420300689