Dec 30, 2025 · Recommendations for use of antibiotics before dental treatment for patients with certain heart conditions and those with joint replacements or orthopedic implants are discussed.

Based on the cardiac condition, an appropriate modification in dental care is crucial. A multidisciplinary approach including the patient’s cardiologist can potentially reduce complications and improve dental …

Nov 10, 2025 · This study aimed to assess the dental status of patients referred for preoperative dental evaluation prior to heart valve replacement, to analyze the consultation process, and to determine …

In this study, we review the dental management strategy for patients who require valve surgery, including time required for dental prepara-tion; the severity of the patients underlying cardiac …

Sep 1, 2019 · The purpose of this systematic review was to determine the potential effects of dental procedures performed as presurgical preparation, in any setting, in adults (18 years or older) before …

Sep 1, 2017 · Abstract This study sought to review current guidelines and the most optimal dental management for patients undergoing cardiac valve surgery.

Three operations exist to fix the mitral valve: MV repair/plasty (MVr), MV Replacement (MVR) with preservation of the subvalvular apparatus, and MVR with removal of the subvalvular apparatus. Each …

Jun 8, 2024 · In patients requiring mitral valve surgery for primary MR, mitral valve repair is preferred over mitral valve replacement if the anatomic cause is a degenerative disease and a successful, …

Jul 2, 2024 · Clinicians participating in this course enhance their knowledge and skills in minimally invasive mitral valve surgery, including patient selection criteria, surgical techniques, and …

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