Assessing factors affecting root canal treatment outcomes
Factors Affecting the Endodontic Treatment Outcome
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 type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 700 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Odontos, Specialisticna Zobna Ambulanta, d.o.o. Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ljubljana) |
| Trial ID | NCT05221450 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
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
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
- Odontos, specialistična zobna ambulanta, d.o.o. — Ljubljana, Slovenia (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Rok Juric, DMD
- Email: rok.juric@odontos.si
- Phone: +386 1 2323231
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.