Periodontal treatment is associated with improvement in gastric Helicobacter pylori eradication: an updated meta ‐analysis of clinical trials

ConclusionAlthough the inclusion of five additional clinical trials in this updated meta ‐analysis has not changed the result of the previous review, the current meta‐analysis is superior for having removed one study involving the use of chlorhexidine, which did not meet appropriate criteria for inclusion. Our results strengthen the value of periodontal treatment as an adjunctive re medy. Consistency of these results suggests that the incorporation of professional periodontal treatment with systemic eradication therapy may be a wise strategy, enhancing the efficacy ofH.  pylori eradication therapy.Systematic review registration: in PROSPERO ID number: CRD42019119347.
Source: International Dental Journal - Category: Dentistry Authors: Tags: CONCISE REVIEW Source Type: research