Goymerac Brett, Woollard Gordon
Fort Hood, Texas, USA.
Gen Dent. 2004 Jul-Aug;52(4):357-61; quiz 362, 365-6.
In recent years, the controversial focal infection theory (originally presented in the early 1900s) has received a resurgence of support, as oral infections have been linked to several systemic conditions. This article reviews pertinent literature detailing both the historical basis of the focal infection theory and current viewpoints on the possible association between oral and systemic diseases. Dental professionals should be aware of the potential negative effects of oral infections on systemic health. While endodontically treated teeth have not been implicated in systemic disease, effective treatment regimens for periodontal disease may reduce the occurrence of systemic disease for certain individuals.
近年来，颇具争议的病灶感染理论（最初于20世纪初提出）再度获得支持，因为口腔感染已与多种全身性疾病相关联。本文回顾了相关文献，详细阐述了病灶感染理论的历史依据以及当前对于口腔疾病与全身性疾病之间可能存在关联的观点。牙科专业人员应意识到口腔感染对全身健康的潜在负面影响。虽然经过根管治疗的牙齿尚未被认为与全身性疾病有关，但有效的牙周疾病治疗方案可能会减少某些个体全身性疾病的发生。
