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 …

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, …

Dec 17, 2020 · A mitral transcatheter edge-to-edge repair is of benefit to patients with severely symptomatic primary mitral regurgitation who are at high or prohibitive risk for surgery, as well as to a …

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

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 …

Nov 3, 2023 · Oral anticoagulation with vitamin K antagonists is currently advised for a period of 3 months after surgical mitral valve repair, regardless of the rhythm status. The evidence supporting …

Mar 30, 2025 · For patients awaiting mitral valve repair, it's recommended to inform your dentist about your upcoming cardiac surgery so they can prioritize necessary dental treatments.

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 …

Mitral valve replacement patients face a 15–20% higher risk of infective endocarditis compared to the general population. Oral bacteria like Streptococcus viridans can enter the bloodstream during …