scholarly journals Association between periodontal diseases and cardiovascular diseases in Cameroon

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lawrence Essama Eno Belinga ◽  
Williams Bell Ngan ◽  
Daniel Lemougoum ◽  
Alain Serges Patrick Essam Nlo’o ◽  
Bienvenu Bongue ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Cardiovascular Diseases ◽  
Prospective Observational Study ◽  
Periodontal Diseases ◽  
Wilcoxon Test ◽  
History Taking ◽  
Periodontal Health ◽  
Dental Patients ◽  
The Mean

To assess the association between periodontal diseases and cardiovascular diseases in dental patients in Cameroon, a prospective observational study was carried out in 3 hospitals in Cameroon from January 2013 to December 2015. Data on general condition, age, gender and lifestyle were collected during medical history taking. The Dutch Periodontal Screening Index assessed periodontal health during oral examination. The Wilcoxon test, the Fisher test and logistic regression analysis were performed. 558 patients (53.9% women) were included in the study. The mean age was 44±13 years (30 to 85). In terms of overall health, 161 (28.9%) had cardiovascular diseases (CVD) and 73 (13.1%) had diabetes. Hypertension accounted for 87.6% of CVD. In terms of periodontal diseases (PD), 431 (77.2%) patients had PD, the break-down by PD was 347 (62.2%) gingivitis and 84 (15%) periodontitis. Statistical associations were found between CVD and gingivitis [OR=4.30 (1.85-10.00), P=0.001], and CVD and periodontitis [OR=2.87 (1.04-7.93); P=0.04].

scholarly journals The association between hypoglycemia and glycemic variability in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes: a prospective observational study

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Takahisa Handa ◽  
Akinobu Nakamura ◽  
Aika Miya ◽  
Hiroshi Nomoto ◽  
Hiraku Kameda ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Observational Study ◽  
Elderly Patients ◽  
Prospective Observational Study ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Glycemic Variability ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression

Abstract Background This study aimed to explore predictive factors of time below target glucose range (TBR) ≥ 1% among patients’ characteristics and glycemic variability (GV) indices using continuous glucose monitoring data in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes. Methods We conducted a prospective observational study on 179 (71 female) Japanese outpatients with type 2 diabetes aged ≥ 65 years. The characteristics of the participants with TBR ≥ 1% were evaluated by multivariate logistic regression analysis. Receiver-operating characteristic (ROC) curve analyses of GV indices, comprising coefficient of variation (CV), standard deviation, and mean amplitude of glycemic excursions, were performed to identify the optimal index for the identification of patients with TBR ≥ 1%. Results In the multivariate logistic regression analysis, none of the clinical characteristics, including HbA1c and C-peptide index, were independent markers for TBR ≥ 1%, while all three GV indices showed significant associations with TBR ≥ 1%. Among the three GV indices, CV showed the best performance based on the area under the curve in the ROC curve analyses. Conclusions Among elderly patients with type 2 diabetes, CV reflected TBR ≥ 1% most appropriately among the GV indices examined. Trial registration UMIN-CTR: UMIN000029993. Registered 16 November 2017

scholarly journals Nutrition as a Key Modifiable Factor for Periodontitis and Main Chronic Diseases

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 197
Author(s):  
Prescilla Martinon ◽  
Laurie Fraticelli ◽  
Agnes Giboreau ◽  
Claude Dussart ◽  
Denis Bourgeois ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cardiovascular Diseases ◽  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
Periodontal Diseases ◽  
Saturated Fat ◽  
Warning Signal ◽  
Dietary Quality ◽  
Omega 3 ◽  
Periodontal Health ◽  
High Fiber ◽  
Increased Risk

Nutrition is recognized as an essential component in the prevention of a number of chronic diseases, including periodontal disease. Based on these considerations, a better understanding is required regarding how the diet, and more particularly the intake of macronutrients and micronutrients, could impact the potential relationship between nutrition and periodontal diseases, periodontal diseases and chronic diseases, nutrition and chronic diseases. To overcome this complexity, an up-to-date literature review on the nutriments related to periodontal and chronic diseases was performed. High-sugar, high-saturated fat, low-polyols, low-fiber and low-polyunsaturated-fat intake causes an increased risk of periodontal diseases. This pattern of nutrients is classically found in the Western diet, which is considered as an ‘unhealthy’ diet that causes cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and cancers. Conversely, low-sugar, high-fiber and high-omega-6-to-omega-3 fatty acid ratio intake reduces the risk of periodontal diseases. The Mediterranean, DASH, vegetarian and Okinawa diets that correspond to these nutritional intakes are considered as ‘healthy’ diets, reducing this risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and cancers. The role of micronutrients, such as vitamin D, E, K and magnesium, remains unclear, while others, such as vitamin A, B, C, calcium, zinc and polyphenols have been shown to prevent PDs. Some evidence suggests that probiotics and prebiotics could promote periodontal health. Periodontal and chronic diseases share, with a time delay, nutrition as a risk factor. Thus, any change in periodontal health should be considered as a warning signal to control the dietary quality of patients and thus reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases later on.

scholarly journals Role of Communication, Professionalism, and Clinical Care Skills of Postgraduate Students on Patients Recall Visits in Dental School—An Observational Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. 1563-1567
Author(s):  
Mohan Kumar Pasupuleti ◽  
Gautami Subhadra Penmetsa ◽  
Meghana Gangolu ◽  
Santosh Venkata Ramesh Konathala ◽  
Sruthima Naga Venkata Satya
Keyword(s):  
Periodontal Diseases ◽  
Clinical Care ◽  
Periodontal Health ◽  
Postgraduate Students ◽  
Dental Patients ◽  
Effective Evaluation ◽  
Clinical Encounters ◽  
Dental Schools ◽  
New Criteria

Preservation of periodontal health after periodontal therapy is paramount for the complete elimination of periodontal diseases. In most of the Dental Schools, recall appointments are considerably low, and in particular, to the Department of Periodontics, the compliance to recall visits by the patients diagnosed with periodontal disease is still inadequate. Faculty from the Department of Periodontics framed new criteria to follow in the comprehensive clinics by the postgraduate students. The criteria include communication, intraoral examination skills, and professionalism toward dental patients. Faculty in each comprehensive dental clinic observed the clinical encounters of postgraduate students with patients and provided the feedback. The study conducted from May 2018 to April 2019, and the patients attended were 1164 of 1544. Unattended patients were 380 of 1544. Effective evaluation of the feedback provided by faculty and communication with both the postgraduate students and unattended patients resulted in further improvement in recall, that is, 151 of 380 patients. Reframed criteria, direct observation of the postgraduate students by faculty during patients interaction, assessment of feedback forms, and immediately modifying the student’s way of communication allowed maximum recall visits to the Department of Periodontics.

A comparison of African Buffalo, N'Dama and Boran cattle as reservoirs of Trypanosoma vivax for different Glossina species

Parasitology ◽  
1993 ◽  
Vol 106 (3) ◽  
pp. 277-282 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. K. Moloo ◽  
G. Gettinby ◽  
R. O. Olubayo ◽  
J. M. Kabata ◽  
I. O. Okumu
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
African Buffalo ◽  
Trypanosoma Vivax ◽  
Infection Rates ◽  
Glossina Morsitans Centralis ◽  
The Mean ◽  
N’Dama Cattle ◽  
Buffalo Cow

SUMMARYTeneral Glossina morsitans centralis were fed on the flanks of African buffalo, N'Dama or Boran cattle infected with Trypanosoma vivax IL 2337. The infected tsetse were maintained on goats and on day 25 after the infected feed, the surviving tsetse were dissected to determine the infection rates. The mean mature infection rates (% ± S.E.) in the tsetse fed on buffalo, N'Dama and Boran cattle were 34·3 ± 9·9, 33·7 ± 13·4 and 58·9 ± 7·1, respectively. Logistic regression analysis indicated that infection rates in the labrum and hypopharynx of the tsetse were significantly lower when fed on the infected buffalo or N'Dama than Boran cattle. Similarly, the risk of infection was significantly lower in male than female tsetse. When teneral G. m. centralis, G. pallidipes, G. p. gambiensis, G. brevipalpis and G. longipennis were fed simultaneously on either the buffalo cow, the N'Dama bull or the Boran steer infected with T. vivax IL 2337, the mature infection rates were higher in the two morsitans group than the two fusca group tsetse, whilst G. p. gambiensis was relatively refractory to the infection, irrespective of the host species on which they fed. Logistic regression analysis indicated that the infection rates in the labrum and hypopharynx were significantly different amongst the five tsetse species for each of the three infected host animals. Nevertheless, the trypanotolerant African buffalo and N'Dama cattle may serve as reservoirs of T. vivax infection as can trypanosusceptible Boran cattle.

scholarly journals Long-term evaluation of pediatric ACL reconstruction: high risk of further surgery but a restrictive postoperative management was related to a lower revision rate

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Frida Hansson ◽  
Eva Bengtsson Moström ◽  
Magnus Forssblad ◽  
Anders Stålman ◽  
Per-Mats Janarv
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Revision Rate ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Multivariable Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Return To Sports ◽  
Postoperative Rehabilitation ◽  
Rehabilitation Protocol ◽  
The Mean

Abstract Introduction The guidelines regarding rehabilitation after pediatric anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) are sparse. The aim of the study was to retrospectively describe the long-term outcome regarding further surgery and with special emphasis on the revision rate after two different postoperative rehabilitation programs following pediatric ACLR. Material and methods 193 consecutive patients < 15 years of age who had undergone ACLR at two centers, A (n = 116) and B (n = 77), in 2006–2010 were identified. Postoperative rehabilitation protocol at A: a brace locked in 30° of flexion with partial weight bearing for 3 weeks followed by another 3 weeks in the brace with limited range of motion 10°–90° and full weight bearing; return to sports after a minimum of 9 months. B: immediate free range of motion and weight bearing as tolerated; return to sports after a minimum of 6 months. The mean follow-up time was 6.9 (range 5–9) years. The mean age at ACLR was 13.2 years (range 7–14) years. The primary outcome measurement in the statistical analysis was the occurrence of revision. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was performed to investigate five potential risk factors: surgical center, sex, age at ACLR, time from injury to ACLR and graft diameter. Results Thirty-three percent had further surgery in the operated knee including a revision rate of 12%. Twelve percent underwent ACLR in the contralateral knee. The only significant variable in the statistical analysis according to the multivariable logistic regression analysis was surgical center (p = 0.019). Eight percent of the patients at center A and 19% of the patients at B underwent ACL revision. Conclusions Further surgery in the operated knee could be expected in one third of the cases including a revision rate of 12%. The study also disclosed a similar rate of contralateral ACLR at 12%. The revision rate following pediatric ACLR was lower in a center which applied a more restrictive rehabilitation protocol. Level of evidence Case-control study, Level III.

scholarly journals P232 In suspected small bowel Crohn’s disease: Clinical impact of using capsule endoscopy to make decisions

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S258-S259
Author(s):  
R A Gonzalez ◽  
E J Gómez ◽  
L Pereyra ◽  
J M Mella ◽  
G N Panigadi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Crohn’S Disease ◽  
Small Bowel ◽  
Crohn's Disease ◽  
Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Capsule Endoscopy ◽  
Clinical Impact ◽  
Therapeutic Decisions ◽  
The Mean

Abstract Background Capsule endoscopy (CE) can detect small bowel (SB) lesions compatible of Crohn’s disease (CD) in patients with suggestive symptoms but with inconclusive results for the diagnostic workup. However, the clinical impact of CE in helping physicians to make decisions about patients with suspected CD is not currently well established. The aim of the study was to investigate the clinical impact of CE to confirm diagnosis of CD and also to evaluate whether the results of CE modify therapeutic decisions. Methods We conducted a single-centre retrospective cohort study. All consecutive adult’s patients submitted to CE for clinical suspected of CD, on period November 2012 to November 2018, were included. Data on demography, previous research, medications for IBD, CE procedures and follow-up were analysed. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was carried out to identify predictors of CD. Results A total of 329 CE protocols in adult’s patients were performed over the study period. Ninety were in IBD patients and were included in the analysis 63 CEs submitted for suspected of CD: Clinical suspected CD 54(86%) and colitis unclassified 9 (14%). The mean age was 41 years (range 17–77 years) and 54% were males. The CE reached the caecum in 58 cases (92%) and retention was observed in 5 (8%) with only one patient (1.6%) requiring surgical removal. Overall, 28 of 63 patients (44%) had CE findings consistent with the diagnosis of CD. The lesions identified by CE included ulcers 24 (86%), erythema and villous oedema 17(61%), aphthas and mucosal erosions 5 (18%), stenosis 2 (7%) and were distributed mainly in the distal part of the SB (third tertile) in 23 (82%), but in 14 (50%) cases the proximal SB (first and second tertiles) was also affected. The mean Lewis Score (LS) was 903 (112–4356). Significant inflammatory activity (LS ≥ 135) was detected in 17 (27%) and was moderate or severe (LS &gt; 790) in 7 (11%). CE visualise normal SB mucosa in 34 (54%) of patient’s, which rules out CD. Therapeutic started in 23 (36%) of patients, initiating a new IBD medication in most cases in the 3 months after the CE. On logistic regression analysis, male (p = 0.02) and findings in ileocolonoscopy (p = 0.004) were independents predictors of CD. Conclusion In our cohort, CE in suspected CD confirm diagnosis in 44% of cases. Male gender and findings in ileocolonoscopy appear to be independents predictors of CD. CE is a useful tool in suspected CD, since it adds relevant information for diagnosis and had a great impact on therapeutic decisions.

Venous Thromboembolism In Patients With Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Analysis Of The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) National Database

Blood ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 122 (21) ◽  
pp. 1701-1701
Author(s):  
Peter A Riedell ◽  
Kristen M. Sanfilippo ◽  
Suhong Luo ◽  
Kenneth R Carson
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Venous Thromboembolism ◽  
Treatment Initiation ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Non Hodgkin Lymphoma ◽  
Morbidity Score ◽  
Co Morbidity ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Mean

Abstract Introduction The association between malignancy and venous thromboembolism (VTE) is well known. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) increases VTE risk, though most studies do not differentiate between low- and high-grade NHL. In order to better understand the natural history of VTE in NHL, we examined the incidence and factors associated with VTE in patients with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) and follicular lymphoma (FL). Methods Patients diagnosed with DLBCL or FL between 1998 and 2008 and treated within the VHA system with CHOP or CHOP-like regimens (+/- rituximab) were identified in the VA Central Cancer Registry. Those with VTE prior to the lymphoma diagnosis or history of atrial fibrillation were excluded. Data on sex, race, stage, lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), disease histology, B-symptoms, body mass index, co-morbidities, medications, and date of VTE event were obtained. Incident cases of VTE were determined through the use of ICD-9 codes for VTE combined with either pharmacy records of anti-coagulation therapy, placement of a vena-cava filter, or death within 30 days of an ICD-9 code for VTE. Logistic regression analysis was used to identify baseline factors associated with VTE. VTE incidence was then analyzed to evaluate differences before, during, and after treatment. Results 2606 NHL patients (1838 DBLCL, 768 FL) were identified, of whom 179 developed VTE (119 DLBCL, 33 FL) within 2 years of treatment initiation. The mean age at NHL diagnosis was 64 years. A majority of patients were male (97%), Caucasian (87%), and had a diagnosis of DLBCL (70%). The mean Charlson co-morbidity score in the cohort was 2.2. Annualized VTE incidence rates were significantly different between DLBCL and FL patients during the time from diagnosis to treatment initiation (18.7% vs. 6.1%; p<0.001) and in the 6 months after treatment initiation (9.3% and 3.8%; p=0.001). The annualized incidence dropped to 1% or less in both DLBCL and FL patients during the period 6 months to 2 years following treatment initiation. On multivariate logistic regression analysis, factors associated with increased odds of developing VTE within 6 months of treatment initiation included: DLBCL histology (OR 2.04; 95% CI 1.27 – 3.31), BMI ≥ 30 (OR 2.58; 95% CI 1.61 – 4.17), and stage III/IV disease (OR 1.7; 95% CI 1.14 – 2.55). There was a protective association observed for each point increase in the Charlson co-morbidity score (OR= 0.85; 95% CI 0.78 – 0.96). Conclusion VTE risk was greatest in time between diagnosis and 6 months after treatment initiation in all NHL patients. This is potentially due to greater disease burden during the time between diagnosis and treatment initiation and the pro-thrombotic effects of chemotherapy in the six months after treatment initiation. After controlling for potential confounding factors, the odds of VTE were twice as high in DLBCL compared to FL patients. While prophylactic anticoagulation in cancer patients remains controversial, future efforts in NHL should be focused on patients with higher grade histology during the timeframe between diagnosis and shortly after treatment cessation. Disclosures: Carson: Spectrum Pharmaceuticals: Honoraria, Research Funding, Speakers Bureau.

scholarly journals AB0212 FLARE RISK AFTER DISCONTINUING LONG-TERM METHOTREXATE TREATMENT IN PATIENTS HAVING RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS WITH LOW DISEASE ACTIVITY

2020 ◽  
Vol 79 (Suppl 1) ◽  
pp. 1406.1-1407
Author(s):  
S. H. Nam ◽  
J. S. Lee ◽  
S. J. Choi ◽  
W. J. Seo ◽  
J. S. Oh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Rheumatoid Arthritis ◽  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Disease Activity ◽  
Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Weekly Dose ◽  
Low Disease Activity ◽  
Disease Flare ◽  
The Mean

Background:Several recent studies have reported that MTX could be discontinued in patients with low disease activity who are taking biologic DMARDs or tofacitinib. However, there are limited studies on whether MTX could be discontinued in patients with low disease activity who have taken MTX for a long term.Objectives:We investigated the disease flare rate in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who achieved low disease activity following long-term methotrexate (MTX) treatment and the factors related to flare.Methods:This retrospective longitudinal cohort study included patients with RA and low disease activity who were exposed to MTX for >10 years. Disease flare was defined as an increase in DAS28 of >1.2 within 6 months of discontinuation of MTX. Logistic regression analysis was performed to identify the factors associated with flare.Results:In total, 97 patients with RA were included in the study. The mean baseline DAS28 was 1.96 ± 0.56. The median cumulative MTX dose was 11.7g; the median duration of exposure to MTX was 19 years. Following MTX discontinuation, flare occurred in 43 (44.3%) patients; the mean time to flare was 98 ± 37.7 days. According to univariable logistic regression analysis, C-reactive protein, erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) at discontinuation, the average ESR in the 6 months before discontinuation of MTX, a weekly dose of MTX before discontinuation, and use of other conventional synthetic DMARDs were associated with a higher risk of disease flare. In multivariable analysis, a weekly dose of MTX before discontinuation (OR, 1.014; 95% CI, 1.014–1.342; p = 0.031) was significantly associated with flare risk.Conclusion:Among patients with RA who achieved low disease activity with long-term treatment with MTX, more than half of the patients remained flare free after MTX discontinuation. A higher MTX dose before discontinuation was associated with a high flare risk.Disclosure of Interests:None declared

scholarly journals Association between Obesity and Chronic Periodontitis: A Cross-sectional Study

2013 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 168-173 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ajay Reddy Palle ◽  
CM Sanjeeva Kumar Reddy ◽  
B Shiva Shankar ◽  
Vemsi Gelli ◽  
Jaradoddi Sudhakar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Risk Factor ◽  
Cardiovascular Diseases ◽  
Chronic Periodontitis ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression ◽  
Cross Sectional

ABSTRACT Aim Chronic periodontitis is multifactorial and numerous risk factors have been identified to contribute in the disease progression. Current study aimed to conduct a cross-sectional study in a population of patients with cardiovascular diseases in order to correlate the association between obesity [body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference (WC)] and periodontal disease parameters. Materials and methods The study was of a cross-sectional design and a total of 201 patients were examined after obtaining their informed consent. Subjects who had a history of cardiovascular diseases and under treatment were included in the study. Two indicators of obesity were used: BMI and WC. The following periodontal parameters were assessed: Probing depth, clinical attachment level. The oral hygiene status of the subjects was assessed by the oral hygiene index (OHI, simplified) given by John C Greene and Jack R Vermillion. The influence of the BMI and other confounding variables on periodontitis severity was assessed by multivariate logistic regression analysis. Data were analyzed using SPSS. Results Significant association was seen with low density lipoproteins (LDL) and severity of periodontitis (p < 0.005), triglyceride levels (TGL) and severity of periodontitis (p < 0.005), cholesterol and severity of periodontitis (p < 0.005), BMI and severity of periodontitis (p < 0.001), OHI and severity of periodontitis (p < 0.001). Significant association was seen with smoking and severity of periodontitis (p < 0.005), BMI and severity of periodontitis (p < 0.001), WC and severity of periodontitis (p < 0.001), cholesterol and severity of periodontitis (p < 0.001), OHI and severity of periodontitis (p < 0.001). Conclusion Obesity has been implicated as a risk factor for several conditions including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, etc. In our study the relation between measures of overall and abdominal obesity (BMI and WC) and periodontal disease showed significant association in the multivariate logistic regression analysis independent of other confounding factors. Clinical significance Obesity can act as a significant risk factor in progression of periodontitis. How to cite this article Palle AR, Reddy CMSK, Shankar BS, Gelli V, Sudhakar J, Reddy KKM. Association between Obesity and Chronic Periodontitis: A Cross-sectional Study. J Contemp Dent Pract 2013;14(2):168-173.

scholarly journals The True-Positive Rate of a Screening Questionnaire for Temporomandib-ular Disorders

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 236-240 ◽  
Author(s):  
Akira Nishiyama ◽  
Natsuko Otomo ◽  
Kaori Tsukagoshi ◽  
Shoko Tobe ◽  
Koji Kino
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
False Negative ◽  
Mouth Opening ◽  
True Positive Rate ◽  
True Positive ◽  
Vas Score ◽  
Positive Rate ◽  
The Mean

Background: Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) occur at an incidence of 5–12% in the general population. We aimed to investigate the rate of true-positives for a screening questionnaire for TMD (SQ-TMD) and differences in the characteristics between the true-positive and false-negative groups. Materials and Methods: Seventy-six individuals (16 men, 60 women; mean age, 41.1 ± 16.5 years) were selected from pa-tients with TMD who had visited the Temporomandibular Joint Clinic at Tokyo Medical and Dental University. The patients were assessed using a questionnaire that contained items on TMD screening (SQ-TMD); pain intensity (at rest, maximum mouth-opening, and chewing), as assessed using the visual analog scale (VAS); and TMD-related limitations of daily func-tion (LDF-TMD). A logistic regression analysis was performed to assess the factors potentially influencing the true-positive rate. Results: Of the 76 subjects, 62 (81.6%) were true-positive for the questionnaire based on the SQ-TMD scores. The mean VAS score for maximum mouth-opening and chewing and the mean LDF-TMD score were significantly greater in the true-positive group than those in the false-negative group. The results of the logistic regression analysis showed that only the VAS score for chewing was a statistically significant factor (P < 0.05). Conclusion: The true-positive rate of TMD using SQ-TMD was very high. The results indicate that SQ-TMD can be used to screen TMD in patients with moderate or severe pain and difficulty in living a healthy daily life.

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