Dental care of patients scheduled for cardiovascular surgery: which protocols to follow?
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Published:2021-03-09
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Page:1-7
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ISSN:0030-9982
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Container-title:Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
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Short-container-title:J Pak Med Assoc
Author:
Farhan Raza Khan ,Humayun Kaleem Siddiqui ,Muhammad Tariq Khan
Abstract
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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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Pakistan Medical Association