Association between oral health ‐related quality of life and periodontal status in patients with leukemia

ConclusionLeukemia was associated with a negative influence on OHRQoL. However, this association was better explained by the patient ’s systemic condition than by an impact of its periodontal condition. Nonetheless, patients with leukemia presented with gingivitis and/or periodontitis, pointing to the need for oral health care for these individuals.

Source: International Dental Journal - May 30, 2020 Category: Dentistry Authors: Patricia Daniela Melchiors Angst, Danilo Ant ônio Milbradt Dutra, Isabella Schönhofen Manso, Carlos Heitor Cunha Moreira, Karla Zanini Kantorski Tags: SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH REPORT Source Type: research