Behçet's syndrome is a complex chronic inflammatory disorder characterized by widespread inflammation of the blood vessels, affecting various systems in the body. Although its exact cause remains unknown, genetic predisposition, particularly HLA-B51/B5 gene carriage, and environmental factors are believed to play roles. The disease typically manifests in individuals aged 20-40 years, with an uncommon occurrence in children and elderly individuals.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: Periodontal diseases are chronic inflammatory disorders influenced by systemic health of the individual. This study aimed to investigate the association between hypothyroidism and periodontal disease in a cohort of adult Saudi population.
Methods: This case-control study included 201 adults with hypothyroidism on hormone replacement therapy and 188 healthy controls.