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Periodontitis does not increase serum inflammatory markers IL-6 and CRP in solid organ transplant patients
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Article Title And Bibliographic Information:
Periodontitis and inflammatory markers in transplant recipients. Shaqman M, Ioannidou E, Burleson J, Hull D, Dongari-Bagtzogou A. J Periodontol 2010;81(5):666-72.
Reviewer:
Michael P. Rethman, DDS, MS.
Purpose/Question:
Does the presence of severe chronic periodontitis or, alternately, individual signs of chronic periodontitis increase serum indicators of systemic inflammation among solid organ implant patients?
Source Of Funding:
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR grant #R21DE16466).
Type Of Study/Design:
Cross-sectional study.
Level Of Evidence:
Level 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidence.
Strength Of Recommendation Grade:
Not applicable.
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