Kidney Patients' mouth health under microscope

NCT ID NCT02114281

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at 88 adults with chronic kidney disease to see how their oral health changes at different stages. Researchers checked teeth, gums, saliva, and breath to find links with nutrition and inflammation. The goal is to understand if dental problems can worsen kidney disease.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that dental care improves nutrition and inflammation in kidney disease patients.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study with only 88 participants, so results may not apply to all kidney patients. It describes links but does not test a treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic kidney disease chronic renal failure syndrome dental caries Halitosis Inflammation periodontitis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Service de néphrologie, transplantation et dialyse - Hôpital Pellegrin

    Bordeaux, Bordeaux, 33076, France