Is periodontal disease a risk indicator for colorectal cancer? A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Weiqi LiJiaying XuRuya ZhangYuting LiJiadai WangXuan ZhangLi Lin

Published in: Journal of clinical periodontology (2021)

We found an association between PD and CRC. PD can be a potential risk indicator for the occurrence and development of CRC, and further studies are needed to assess causality. Hence, effective periodontal treatment could be a valuable preventive measure for CRC.

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