Gum disease may be a hidden trigger for heart attacks

NCT ID NCT04719026

First seen May 08, 2026 · Last updated May 08, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether gum disease can increase the chance of having a heart attack. Researchers will compare the gum health of 320 people—some who recently had a heart attack and some who haven't—to see if gum problems are more common in heart attack patients. The goal is to find out if treating gum disease could help prevent future heart attacks.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Dr Karolin Hijazi

    RECRUITING

    Aberdeen, AB25 2ZR, United Kingdom

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