Aspiration Pneumonia Incidence and Recurrence in Elderly Stroke Patients: Oral Hygiene and Functional Status

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Atsushi Hombo · Kanazawa University

Koroku Kato · Kanazawa University

Mai Jokaji-Ishimiya · Kanazawa University

Yutaka Kobayashi · Kanazawa University

Takashi Hase · Noto General Hospital

Shuichi Kawashiri · Kanazawa University

Abstract

Oral hygiene conditions were significantly associated with AP incidence in elderly stroke patients, suggesting that structured oral care may help reduce AP risk. Given the association between oral function and AP recurrence, the importance of functional oral care through rehabilitation was highlighted.

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Published in: International Dental Journal

Volume 75, Issue 6, pp. 103902-103902

DOI: 10.1016/j.identj.2025.103902

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Aspiration Pneumonia Incidence and Recurrence in Elderly Stroke Patients: Oral Hygiene and Functional Status

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