In an odd turn of events, researchers found bacteria and biofilms in the ruptured arteries of people with clogged artery disease (Atherosclerosis). In fact, it was found INSIDE the plaque. Now, care to guess which viral glycoprotein ruptures biofilms? https://t.co/3zChUTe18M
Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques.
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The discussions surrounding the publication illustrate a heightened awareness of the connection between oral bacteria and heart health. For instance, several posts question if such bacteria could actually trigger heart attacks, indicating a direct relevance to personal health discussions. The tone is largely inquisitive and engaging, using phrases like 'groundbreaking' to emphasize the significance of the findings and contribute to a sense of urgency in addressing these implications.
Many discussions align with the findings of the study, although some question potential confounding factors.
There is a notable level of excitement surrounding the implications of oral bacteria in heart health.
Posts delve into specific aspects of the research, highlighting investigations into bacterial involvement in atherosclerosis.
Participants view this study as transformative, potentially changing how heart disease is understood and treated.
Abstract in brief
- The study investigates the presence of viridans streptococci in atherosclerotic plaques and its role in chronic inflammation related to heart disease.
- Researchers analyzed tissue samples and found that viridans group streptococcal DNA was the most prevalent, correlating with severe atherosclerosis and increased risk of heart-related death.
- The bacteria form biofilms that evade detection by the immune system, contributing to inflammation and plaque rupture.
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pour info ℹ️ Nouvelle étude (JAHA 2025) : Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection…
#Groundbreaking Finnish research shows oral bacteria may directly drive heart attacks. Tampere University found viridans streptococci DNA in 40%+ of coronary plaques—linking poor oral hygiene to plaque rupture & sudden death.
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Bacteria in Arteries Linked to Heart Attack Risk Insights
Infarto pode ser causado por bactérias escondidas nas artérias. Um estudo inovador revela que infecções bacterianas ocultas, especialmente de estreptococos viridans, contribuem para a inflamação e ruptura de placas…
De rol van mondbacteriën bij fatale hartinfarcten. Is je tandarts belangrijk voor je hartgezondheid?
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@nntaleb Hi Nassim, what do you think of this paper ? Do you think there could be confounders ? https://t.co/ABC1PXK9lu Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques I do not have access to this paper https://t.co/XPkuUup70R
RT @Covid19Place: Heart attacks might not just be about cholesterol, they could start with infections. Scientists found dormant oral bacter…
Could mouth bacteria trigger a heart attack? A new study has found DNA from oral viridans group streptococci in over 40% of coronary plaque samples from sudden death victims and surgical patients. Read more here: https://t.co/AdH7pKb29U https://t.co/VwE6UlxP9K
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Heart attacks might not just be about cholesterol, they could start with infections. Scientists found dormant oral bacteria hiding in artery plaques, waiting to trigger inflammation so intense it ruptures them, causing sudden clots and heart attacks. https://t.co/TvdyCNqPRq https://t.co/3UWW20DOUO
RT @masanpra: Infartos de origen bacteriano La inflamación bacteriana crónica latente evade la detección inmunológica y puede contribuir a…
@ElieJarrougeMD Thoughts on oral health? Got this via Substack today. https://t.co/2iB1eoEQGX
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Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques https://t.co/VWPVZdlMed https://t.co/FA6AzXs00R
RT @erlesen: Bacterial DNA from the oral cavity, respiratory tract, gut and skin has been detected in atherosclerotic plaques, suggesting a…
RT @ThingsHiddenn: In an odd turn of events, researchers found bacteria and biofilms in the ruptured arteries of people with clogged artery…
RT @ThingsHiddenn: In an odd turn of events, researchers found bacteria and biofilms in the ruptured arteries of people with clogged artery…
RT @ThingsHiddenn: In an odd turn of events, researchers found bacteria and biofilms in the ruptured arteries of people with clogged artery…
RT @ThingsHiddenn: In an odd turn of events, researchers found bacteria and biofilms in the ruptured arteries of people with clogged artery…
In an odd turn of events, researchers found bacteria and biofilms in the ruptured arteries of people with clogged artery disease (Atherosclerosis). In fact, it was found INSIDE the plaque. Now, care to guess which viral glycoprotein ruptures biofilms? https://t.co/3zChUTe18M
ХРОНИЧЕСКАЯ БАКТЕРИАЛЬНАЯ БИОПЛЁНКА ВНУТРИ АТЕРОМЫ МОЖЕТ БЫТЬ СКРЫТЫМ ТРИГГЕРОМ ЕЁ РАЗРЫВА И ИНФАРКТА МИОКАРДА. https://t.co/74SfnMblSS
Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques https://t.co/3TvRprgkEH
HEART ATTACKS MAY BE AN INFECTIOUS DISEASE https://t.co/Y9hSU5Jx3F PIONEERING STUDY DEMONSTRATED FOR FIRST TIME AN INFECTION MAY TRIGGER MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION DORMANT BACTERIA CANNOT PENETRATE THE BIOFILM MATRIX A VIRAL INFECTION CAN ACTIVATE THE BIOFILM https://t.co/8eETjqNmWj https://t.co/OC6wU2kqoe
RT @Shaakir2032: #Groundbreaking Finnish research shows oral bacteria may directly drive heart attacks. Tampere University found viridans s…
https://t.co/vQybuELLJZ Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques
#Groundbreaking Finnish research shows oral bacteria may directly drive heart attacks. Tampere University found viridans streptococci DNA in 40%+ of coronary plaques—linking poor oral hygiene to plaque rupture & sudden death.
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Bacterial DNA from the oral cavity, respiratory tract, gut and skin has been detected in atherosclerotic plaques, suggesting a role in chronic inflammation linked to atherosclerosis https://t.co/vQHy0gPRNm Gefahr im Mund: Zahnbakterien fördern Herzinfarkte https://t.co/YAHyzqoHkm
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❤️ Infarkt může zřejmě vznikat i vlivem bakteriální infekce... #novinka Nový výzkum z Finska a Británie totiž našel v ucpaných tepnách pacientů s nemocným srdcem i něco navíc: bakteriální biofilmy (10.1161/JAHA.125.041521). #infarkt #srdce #bakterie #zdravi #health https://t.co/SX7nsFNn0H
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Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques https://t.co/ni2DMz35Zn
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RT @LOCATEFUN: @rohanpaul_ai The link to the original study in the Journal of the American Heart Association (titled "Bacterial Biofilms in…
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RT @DebSreeSarkar: While bacterial involvement in coronary artery disease has long been suspected, this study is the first to provide direc…
While bacterial involvement in coronary artery disease has long been suspected, this study is the first to provide direct genetic and structural evidence of bacterial DNA and biofilms inside coronary plaques. https://t.co/oxA2054whi https://t.co/kC2FwsWerN
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@rohanpaul_ai The link to the original study in the Journal of the American Heart Association (titled "Bacterial Biofilms in Atherosclerotic Plaques: A Potential Trigger for Myocardial Infarction") is: https://t.co/47Jb5zeEvW
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Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques | Journal of the American Heart Association https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/JAHA.125.041521
Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques | Journal of the American Heart Association
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RT @agingdoc1: Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaque…
Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques https://t.co/DCWU3rsj4v
Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques https://t.co/LseCIoyv0o
Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques | Journal of the American Heart Association https://t.co/XHhaWs791R
https://t.co/i5QyztTKhK Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques
@pindinga @branemark1 El estudio es "Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques", de Pekka Karhunen et al., publicado en Journal of the American Heart Association (2025). Analizaron placas de 121 fallecidos por muerte
Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques https://t.co/t3hC3W9dB9
Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/...
“Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques” https://t.co/BtuJGZiKAl
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Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques https://t.co/DCWU3rsQU3 https://t.co/AT61ccUh1g
File under “Life is a struggle between us and all the pathogens that we catch, most of which are the upstream source and cause of most diseases…” Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques #Streptococci #MI
“Viridans Streptococcal Biofilm Evades Immune Detection and Contributes to Inflammation and Rupture of Atherosclerotic Plaques.” https://t.co/fQfUOVL73M