Assessing factors affecting root canal treatment outcomes

Factors Affecting the Endodontic Treatment Outcome

Observational Odontos, Specialisticna Zobna Ambulanta, d.o.o. · NCT05221450

This study looks at how different factors might affect the success of root canal treatments for patients receiving care in a specialist office in Slovenia.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment700 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorOdontos, Specialisticna Zobna Ambulanta, d.o.o. Academic / other
Locations1 site (Ljubljana)
Trial IDNCT05221450 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the outcomes of endodontic treatment in a private specialist office in Slovenia. It will analyze various pre-, intra-, and postoperative factors that may influence the success of root canal procedures. Patients referred for endodontic treatment will be monitored, and their treatment outcomes will be assessed over time. The study seeks to provide insights into improving endodontic care based on observed factors.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include patients referred for endodontic treatment who can provide informed consent.

Not a fit: Patients with advanced periodontal disease or those who have had prior microsurgical root-end resections may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the success rates of root canal treatments, leading to better patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown varying success in assessing factors affecting endodontic outcomes, making this approach both relevant and necessary.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* patients referred to the private endodontic specialist office for endodontic treatment
* written informed consent was obtained prior beginning of the treatment.

Exclusion Criteria:

* preoperative advanced periodontal disease
* prior microsurgical root-end resection performed
* apices of the tooth were not clearly discernible on any of periapical radiographs
* endodontic treated teeth were extracted for non-endodontic reason
* the patient did not attend a follow-up examination.

Where this trial is running

Ljubljana

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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Last reviewed 2026-06-09 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.