Prevalence of infective endocarditis in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus
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A significant minority of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) have detectable heart murmurs that may predispose them to infective endocarditis following dental and other invasive medical procedures. SLE is an autoimmune disease that sometimes causes heart valve abnormalities. Valve disease increases the risk of heart infections following procedures which might introduce bacteria into the bloodstream, such as dental cleaning and surgery. Researchers reviewed the medical charts of 275 SLE patients, and found that 19% had a heart murmur indicating a possible valve defect. About 4% of these patients had valve defects, and might benefit from antibiotics during invasive procedures.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 1999
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The efficiency of valacyclovir in preventing recurrent herpes simplex virus infections associated with dental procedures
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The efficacy and safety of oral valacyclovir in suppressing dentally related cold sore outbreak and herpes simplex virus (HSV) shedding is determined. HSV recrudescence after routine dental treatment is suppressed by valacyclovir prophylaxis.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 2004
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Salivary biomarkers of existing periodontal disease
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A study examining the correlation between salivary biomarkers, specific to inflammation, collagen degradation and bone turnover and periodontal disease, is presented.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 2006
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