Scientists discover a hidden heart valve risk linked to gum disease
Researchers found that bacteria linked to gum disease may help drive the development of calcific aortic valve stenosis by triggering inflammation and calcium buildup in the heart valve. The early…
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Gum disease bacteria linked to calcific aortic valve stenosis
Gum disease bacteria may spur calcium buildup in the heart's aortic valve, leading to a common and serious heart valve disease, according to
Bacteria from gum disease may cause inflammation, harden heart valves
Research Highlights: A lab study investigating mouse and human cardiac tissue found a potential link between gum disease (periodontitis) and
Bacteria from gum disease may cause inflammation, harden heart valves
Research Highlights: A lab study investigating mouse and human cardiac tissue found a potential link between gum disease (periodontitis) and
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