| [ Summary ] |
Because of the reduced immunocapacity of dialysis patients, infectious diseases are more likely to occur, especially intra-orally, with gingivitis, periodontitis, etc. frequently developing. Furthermore, these are accompanied in many cases by intra-oral abnormalities such as dry mouth, candidiasis, gingival bleeding, etc. Special characteristics can be found in the panoramic radiographs of secondary hyperthyroidism patients, which are useful in evaluation. As numerous oral conditions may occur in dialysis patients, maintain oral health is important the prevention of oral complications to. |