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Effect Modification By Stroke To The Relationship Between Tooth Loss And Cognitive Decline, Amanda Collins
Effect Modification By Stroke To The Relationship Between Tooth Loss And Cognitive Decline, Amanda Collins
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Background: A decline in cognitive functioning is one of the greatest burdens that older adults face. Studies indicate that periodontal disease is positively associated with cognitive decline. The link between stroke and cognitive decline is well-established, and literature supports that tooth loss and stroke are associated as well, but the role that stroke plays in the relationship between tooth loss and decline in cognitive functioning is, as of yet, unclear. This study uses data from the REGARDS cohort to examine the effect of stroke on the relationship between periodontal disease and cognitive function.
Methods: The REGARDS cohort is comprised of …