Isthmin 1, matrix metalloproteinase 8 and asprosin as potential biomarkers in periodontitis with obesity.

BMC Oral Health · 2025 · PMC12506396 · PMID 41063065

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In the present study, we found that ISM1 in GCF and plasma level was also significantly associated with triglycerides in a positive trend, while salivary ISM1 was negatively associated with total cholesterol, as ISM1 involves in lipid-metabolism in a complex way.

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