Candida Albicans in Syrian Patients With Periodontitis

May 2, 2026 updated by: Al-Hawash Private University

Prevalence and Impact of Candida Albicans in Syrian Patients With Periodontitis: A Cross-Sectional Study

Periodontitis is a significant oral health issue characterized by inflammation and destruction of the supporting structures of the teeth. Recent research has indicated that Candida albicans, a common fungal pathogen, may play a role in the exacerbation of periodontal diseases. This study aims to investigate the prevalence and impact of Candida albicans in Syrian patients diagnosed with periodontitis, contributing to a better understanding of its role in oral health within this population.

Study Overview

Status

Recruiting

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Study Type

Observational

Enrollment (Estimated)

100

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Contact

Study Locations

  • Syria
      • Homs, Syria
        • Recruiting
        • Al-Hawash Private University, Faculty of Dentistry
        • Contact:

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Sampling Method

Probability Sample

Study Population

Syrian patients with periodontitis at Al-Hawash Private University Dental Clinics

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Patients aged 18 years and older.
  • Diagnosed with chronic periodontitis based on clinical examination (attachment loss, probing depth).
  • Consent to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Patients with systemic diseases affecting oral health (e.g., diabetes, immunosuppressive conditions).
  • Recent antibiotic or antifungal treatment within the last three months.

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

Cohorts and Interventions

Group / Cohort
Intervention / Treatment
Syrian Patients With Periodontitis
Diagnostic test: Periodontal Assessment and Sample Collection from Subgingival Pockets
Clinical examination to assess periodontal status. Collection of subgingival plaque samples for microbiological analysis to identify Candida Albicans.
Syrian Individuals without Periodontal Disease
Diagnostic test: Periodontal Assessment and Sample Collection from Subgingival Pockets
Clinical examination to assess periodontal status. Collection of subgingival plaque samples for microbiological analysis to identify Candida Albicans.

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Time Frame
Detection of Candida Species in Subgingival Samples
Time Frame: At enrollment
At enrollment

Secondary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Periodontal Screening and Recording Index
Time Frame: At enrollment

Periodontal parameters are measured using the WHO probe by dividing the mouth into six sextants (three upper, three lower). The highest score in each sextant is recorded. Scoring from 0-4 is based on pocket depth, gingival health, and calculus presence.

Scoring Criteria:

0: Healthy periodontium, black band visible.

  1. Bleeding on probing (BOP), black band visible.
  2. Calculus present, black band visible.
  3. Pocket depth 3.5-5.5 mm (black band partially submerged).
  4. Pocket depth > 5.5 mm (black band entirely hidden).
At enrollment

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

Al-Hawash Private University

Investigators

  • Principal Investigator: Ali Abou Sulaiman, Ph.D. in Periodontology, Al-Hawash Private University

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start (Actual)

April 7, 2026

Primary Completion (Estimated)

August 1, 2026

Study Completion (Estimated)

September 1, 2026

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

April 22, 2026

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

May 2, 2026

First Posted (Actual)

May 8, 2026

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Actual)

May 8, 2026

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

May 2, 2026

Last Verified

August 1, 2025

More Information

Terms related to this study

Keywords

Additional Relevant MeSH Terms

Other Study ID Numbers

  • 06-05-2025

Plan for Individual participant data (IPD)

Plan to Share Individual Participant Data (IPD)?

UNDECIDED

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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