Serum Antibody Levels to <i>Actinobacillus actinomycetemcomitans</i> Predict the Risk for Coronary Heart Disease

Abstract

High-serum antibody levels to major periodontal pathogens are associated with subclinical, prevalent, and future incidence of CHD. Periodontal pathogens or host response against them may contribute to the pathogenesis of CHD.