Periodontal Status of Medically Compromised Patients Visiting Teaching Hospitals in Riyadh City: A Retrospective Study.

INTRODUCTION

Periodontitis is an infection of the tissues, surrounding and supporting the teeth. Certain systemic conditions affect periodontal tissues and vice-versa. The research investigates how systemic illness influence periodontal health of medically frail patients, came to obtain oral healthcare in teaching hospitals of Riyadh City.

MATERIALS AND

METHODS

A retrospective study design was employed, analyzing patient files from the past 10 years. Patients diagnosed with medically compromised conditions (e.g., diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, immunosuppressive disorders) and with complete periodontal records were included. Chi-square test was done.

RESULTS

Chi-square test was done to compare between the groups and the findings showed that overall there was no statistically significant difference among the groups except when compared on the basis of plaque index and percentage bone loss (P value. 002 and. 030, respectively).

CONCLUSION

From the present study it was concluded that, though diabetes and hypertension, showed greater plaque build-up and poor periodontal health outcomes.