The Effect of Periodontitis on Fibroblast Growth Factor 23 Levels in Predialysis Chronic Kidney Disease Patients
Wan Asma Wan Abdul Azim,
Nur Karyatee Kassim,
Haslina Taib
et al.
Abstract:Introduction
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is known to cause an increase in fibroblast growth factor 23 (FGF23). Periodontitis, a condition recognized as a risk factor for CKD, is also potentially associated with the increment of FGF23. This study aims to compare FGF23 levels in CKD patients with and without periodontitis and non-CKD patients with and without periodontitis. Correlation with serum phosphate, calcium, and intact parathyroid hormone (iPTH) was assessed. Additionally, associations betwee… Show more
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