Pediatric Dentistry · single question
Which is NOT a common cause of pediatric sleep apnea?
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Correct answer: D. Hypotrophy (shrinkage) of the adenoids
- A. Enlarged adenoids obstruct the airway — a leading pediatric cause.
- B. Tonsillar hypertrophy is a classic cause of obstruction in children.
- C. Obesity contributes to pediatric OSA.
- D. Correct. Adenoid HYPOtrophy (small adenoids) would relieve obstruction, so it is not a cause of sleep apnea.
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