Rapid maxillary expansion effects on nocturnal enuresis in children: a follow-up study.

摘要: Abstract Objective: To assess the effects of 10–14 days rapid maxillary expansion (RME) on nocturnal enuresis (NE) in children who have long-standing resistance to medical therapy and evaluate long-term success rate after 10 years. Materials Methods: Twenty-three with NE, aged 6–15 years old (mean age = 10), wet their bed almost every night had never been dry were referred from pediatric specialists. Mean RME was 6.5 mm (range 5–8), but only 7 23 patients lateral crossbites. Rhinomanometric measurements taken before RME, interviewed treatment. Results: Positive observed nearly 50% within 1 month treatment: six completely five notable improvements. Relapse overexpanded arches a normal transversal occlusion noted year. No correlation found between improved airways, familial heritage, school performance, or other social f...