Dental care of patients scheduled for cardiovascular surgery: which protocols to follow?
Abstract Dental extraction of abscessed or infected teeth before cardiac operation is frequently advocated to lower the risk of infections especially infective endocarditis. The scientific evidence that supports dental procedures before cardio-valvular surgery is however limited. The aim of the p...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Pakistan Medical Association
2021-03-01
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| Series: | Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association |
| Online Access: | https://www.ojs.jpma.org.pk/index.php/public_html/article/view/510 |
| Summary: | Abstract
Dental extraction of abscessed or infected teeth before cardiac operation is frequently advocated to lower the risk of infections especially infective endocarditis. The scientific evidence that supports dental procedures before cardio-valvular surgery is however limited. The aim of the present paper was to explore whether there are any protocols for patients needing dental treatment before cardiac operations. Moreover, we have discussed the real life challenges encountered in the management of such patients.
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| ISSN: | 0030-9982 |