BDS Pathogenesis

Question 1

whats the diff between aetiology and pathogenesis

Answer 1

aetiology= cause of disease: specific plaque vs non-specific plaque hypothesis, red complex
Pathogenesis= development, = innate and acquired immunity

Question 2

Eke et al 2012

Answer 2

prevalence increases with age for mild cases, severe cases remain consistent at <15% across all age groups
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Question 3

Define non -linear model of disease progression (2 pt)

Answer 3

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