| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6053511 | Journal of Dentistry | 2011 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
PD contributes to elevated CRP levels in non-diabetic, non-smoking AMI patients, independently of other confounding factors. These findings imply that periodontitis may emerge as a novel target for reducing future risk in AMI survivors.
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Authors
George Kodovazenitis, Christos Pitsavos, Lambros Papadimitriou, Efthymios N. Deliargyris, Ioannis Vrotsos, Christodoulos Stefanadis, Phoebus N. Madianos,