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This condition is characterized by an abnormally low platelet count, due to either decreasedHow can periodontitis contribute to systemic disease such as atherosclerosis? A. Research has shown that localized inflammation of the gums can contribute to chronic, systemic inflammation, which is the primary disease mechanism in atherosclerosis. B. Periodontal infections may directly contribute to the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis by providing repeated systemic challenges with lipopolysaccharides (LPS) and inflammatory cytokines. C. The oral cavity of individuals with periodontitis represents a potentially large reservoir of pathogenic organisms that can penetrate gingival tissues, enter the circulation and contribute to the progression of atherosclerosis. D. Periodontal bacterial infection may enhance or accelerate a smoldering inflammatory process that is already present in the atheromatous plaques. E. ALL of the above are trueproduction, or to increased destruction, removal or utilization.

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The correct option is, E. ALL of the above are trueproduction, or to increased destruction, removal or utilization.

A. Research has shown that localized inflammation of the gums can contribute to chronic, systemic inflammation, which is the primary disease mechanism in atherosclerosis. -------> TRUE

B. Periodontal infections may directly contribute to the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis by providing repeated systemic challenges with lipopolysaccharides (LPS) and inflammatory cytokines. -------> TRUE

C. The oral cavity of individuals with periodontitis represents a potentially large reservoir of pathogenic organisms that can penetrate gingival tissues, enter the circulation and contribute to the progression of atherosclerosis. ----------------> TRUE

D. Periodontal bacterial infection may enhance or accelerate a smoldering inflammatory process that is already present in the atheromatous plaques. ------> TRUE

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