Your Teeth May Reveal a Surprising Clue About Pancreatic Cancer Survival
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Your Teeth May Reveal a Surprising Clue About Pancreatic Cancer Survival
A person’s teeth may hold a surprising clue to how long they survive after pancreatic cancer surgery. In a new study, patients with at least 21 natural teeth survived nearly two years longer, on average, than those with fewer teeth. Researchers suspect that the mouth may preserve signs of inflammation, nutrition, frailty, and other health [...]
A study conducted by researchers at Hiroshima University suggests that the count of natural teeth may be a significant indicator of survival for patients undergoing surgery for pancreatic cancer. The research reveals that those with at least 21 natural teeth have an average life expectancy almost two years longer compared to those with fewer teeth. Research reveals impact of tooth count on survival. Scientists analyzed data from 339 patients who…
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