December 31, 2015Open Access

Association between periodontitis and mortality in stages 3–5 chronic kidney disease: NHANES III and linked mortality study

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There is a strong, association between periodontitis and increased mortality in individuals with CKD. Sources of chronic systemic inflammation (including periodontitis) may be important contributors to mortality in patients with CKD.

Association between periodontitis and mortality in stages 3–5 chronic kidney disease: NHANES III and linked mortality study

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