Table 2 Scores, median, and P values of bacteriological findings in thirds of the root canal and periapical region.

From: Physical exercise alone or combined with omega-3 modulates apical periodontitis induced in rats

Histologic criteria

Scores

Groups

P value

Control

PE

PEO

Presence of Bacteria

1

0/10

0/10

0/10

p < 0.001

2

0/10

0/10

4/10

3

0/10

7/10

6/10

4

8/10

2/10

0/10

5

2/10

1/10

0/10

Median*

4a

3b

3b

  1. *Different superscript letters represent statistically significant differences, p < 0.05.
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