Study of Bacteria in Dental and Atheroma Plaques in Patients Undergoing Endarterectomy and Their Relationship to Periodontal Health

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to explore the connection between bacteria found in dental plaque and those in atheroma plaques in patients diagnosed with endarterectomy. The study focuses on understanding how oral bacteria and their by-products may travel through the bloodstream and contribute to conditions like atherosclerosis and systemic inflammation. The investigation also examines how demographic factors relate to bacterial presence and frequency in these tissues. Participants will have samples collected from atheroma plaques during their routine endarterectomy procedure. Additionally, dental plaque samples will be taken from beneath the gums prior to the procedure. This observational study classifies patients using the new periodontal classification to analyze the bacterial relationship in different groups. During the study, researchers will measure the number of bacteria in collected samples over an average of two months. Participants will undergo sample collection and monitoring without receiving experimental treatments. The study will assess bacterial counts and their potential impact, with overall participation lasting around two months from sample collection to study completion.

Bacteria in Dental Plaque and Atheroma Plaque