Hind Alzahmi*, Lulwa Mohammed and Amna Abdullah

Department of Dentistry, Emirates Health Services, United Arab Emirates

*Corresponding Author: Hind Alzahmi, Department of Dentistry, Emirates Health Services, United Arab Emirates.

Received: January 07, 2025; Published: January 25, 2025

Abstract

Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is one of the most common global health burdens. This suggests that the oral health concerns of this population are easily overlooked, particularly among developing countries like the UAE. Hence, the present study aims to assess the nature and prevalence of oral manifestations among patients with CKD undergoing hemodialysis in the UAE.

Methods: This was a cross-sectional observational study with a mixed-methods approach. A total of 100 CKD patients on hemodialysis for at least one year were recruited from four hospitals in UAE. Data collection involved surveys using questionnaires, clinical oral examinations, and review of medical records.

Results: The prevalence of a wide range of oral lesions was high, amounting to 73.3%. Periodontal changes were the most prevalent, occurring in 54.0% of subjects, followed by dry mouth in 40.0%, taste changes in 23.0%, and mucosal pallor in 23.0%. There were weak correlations with patient characterization variables regarding oral lesions, suggesting that oral health challenges may be more associated with CKD-related factors than demographic characteristics.

Conclusion: The findings underscore the urgent need to integrate comprehensive oral health assessment and care into routine management of patients with CKD in the UAE. Interventions at the practice, organizational, and structural levels will be required, and this will call for enhanced collaboration between nephrologists and dental professionals to better address the oral health needs of this patient population and pave ways for evidence-based policy formulation.

Keywords: Oral Manifestation; Chronic Kidney Disease; Research Protocol

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Citation

Citation: Hind Alzahmi., et al. “Oral Manifestations of Chronic Kidney Disease - A Research Protocol". Acta Scientific Dental Sciences 9.2 (2025): 48-59.

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