Oral and uro ‐vaginal intra‐amniotic infection in women with preterm delivery: A case‐control study

ConclusionThe presence ofP.  gingivalis in the placenta was not associated with perinatal complications. Detecting microorganisms in the placenta by nested PCR is not relevant, as it has a poor association with clinical variables that establish the diagnosis of chorioamnionitis. However, periodontitis was associated with the clinical signs of intra ‐amniotic infection and PTD.

Source: Journal of Investigative and Clinical Dentistry - January 20, 2019 Category: Dentistry Authors: Daniel A. Montenegro, Luis F. Borda, Yineth Neuta, Luz A. G ómez, Diana M. Castillo, Daniela Loyo, Gloria I. Lafaurie Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research