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Juan J Segura-Egea1, Elena Jimenez-Moreno, Cristina Calvo-Monroy
1Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Seville, Seville, Spain. segurajj@us.es.
Journal of Endodontics
|October 19, 2010
Summary
Hypertension did not significantly impact apical periodontitis or endodontic treatment prevalence. This study found no major differences in these dental conditions between hypertensive and non-hypertensive individuals.
Area of Science:
- Endodontics
- Cardiovascular Health
- Dental Public Health
Background:
- Hypertension is a common condition with potential systemic effects.
- Apical periodontitis and endodontic treatments are significant dental concerns.
- Understanding the link between systemic diseases and oral health is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the prevalence of apical periodontitis in hypertensive patients versus control subjects.
- To assess the prevalence of endodontic treatment in hypertensive patients versus control subjects.
- To investigate potential associations between hypertension and periapical status.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study design.
- Inclusion of 40 hypertensive patients and 51 control subjects.
- Assessment of periapical status using the periapical index score.
Main Results:
- No statistically significant difference in apical periodontitis prevalence between groups (75% vs. 61%, P=.15).
- Similar prevalence of root-filled teeth between hypertensive and control subjects (45% vs. 39%, P>.05).
- No significant difference in the percentage of affected teeth or root-filled teeth between groups.
Conclusions:
- The prevalence of apical periodontitis and endodontic treatment did not differ significantly between hypertensive and normotensive individuals.
- Hypertension does not appear to be a significant risk factor for apical periodontitis or the need for endodontic therapy.
- Further research may explore other systemic factors influencing periapical health.
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