Simple toothbrushing may save stroke patients from deadly pneumonia
NCT ID NCT07382089
First seen Feb 02, 2026 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 14 times
Summary
This study looked at whether a structured oral hygiene routine could lower the risk of aspiration pneumonia in hospitalized stroke patients. Researchers compared 90 adults who received either the special mouth care or standard care. The goal was to see if this simple, low-cost approach could prevent a serious lung infection.
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Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital, Addis Ababa University
Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, 26901, Ethiopia
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