Oral microbiome classification of elevated salivary glucose in a large adolescent Kuwaiti population.
Researchers analyzed oral bacteria from 8,173 Kuwaiti adolescents to determine if microbial patterns could distinguish those with elevated salivary glucose levels. A machine learning model successfully classified glucose status with 75% accuracy, identifying specific bacteria associated with higher glucose levels.
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Oral Health Management for PEG Fed Children
Oral health care for children fed entirely by PEG tube — a practical guide for Australian oral health therapists.
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