Gum Disease and Tooth Loss Boost Pancreatic Cancer Risk

Men with periodontitis and tooth loss, or both, had an overall 64% greater risk of cancer of the pancreas than men with good oral health, showed data from Health Professionals Follow-Up Study.

"Our study provides the first strong evidence that periodontal disease may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer. This finding is of significance as it may provide some new insights into the mechanism of this highly fatal disease," said Dr. Michaud, in the Jan. 17 issue of the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.

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