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What is the rationale for antibiotic prophylaxis of infectious endocarditis after extraction?
Preventing bacteremia caused by streptococcus viridans
Why are viridans-group streptococci relevant to infectious endocarditis prophylaxis?
They are part of the normal oral flora
What impact do recurrent episodes of bacterial endocarditis have on patient survival rates?
Decreases the 5-year survival rate
According to guidelines, who should receive prophylaxis for infectious endocarditis?
Patients at highest risk, including those with prosthetic cardiac valves
Why is antibiotic prophylaxis crucial for patients with unrepaired cyanotic congenital heart disease?
To reduce the risk of endocarditis
What is the significance of completely repaired congenital heart defects in relation to endocarditis prophylaxis?
They require prophylaxis within 6 months post-repair
Why are high doses of IV antibiotics recommended for treating infectious endocarditis?
To prevent sepsis
What is the role of residual defects in repaired congenital heart disease regarding endocarditis prophylaxis?
They indicate a higher risk for endocarditis
Why do patients with prosthetic cardiac valves need endocarditis prophylaxis?
To prevent recurrent episodes of endocarditis
What is the aim of antibiotic prophylaxis against infectious endocarditis after extraction?
To avoid bacteremia caused by streptococcus viridans
Learn about the appropriate antibiotics to use for endocarditis prophylaxis in patients with penicillin-resistant streptococci. Discover why cephalosporins should be avoided and the recommended timing for antibiotic administration during dental treatments.
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