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Knowledge of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the Jawsamong Mexican dentists
Ilan Vinitzky-brenerNorma-guadalupe Ibáñez-manceraAna-martha Aguilar-rojasAna-pilar ÁLvarez-jardónsubject
Health Knowledge Attitudes Practicemedicine.medical_specialtyCross-sectional studymedicine.medical_treatmentMEDLINEDentistryHealth knowledge03 medical and health sciences0302 clinical medicineRisk FactorsmedicineHumansIntensive care medicineSelf reportMexicoGeneral Dentistrybusiness.industryResearch030206 dentistryBisphosphonateMedically compromised patients in Dentistry:CIENCIAS MÉDICAS [UNESCO]Cross-Sectional StudiesOtorhinolaryngologyDentistry030220 oncology & carcinogenesisUNESCO::CIENCIAS MÉDICASBisphosphonate-Associated Osteonecrosis of the JawSurgerySelf Reportbusinessdescription
Background Bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis is an infrequent but potentially serious complication. Its treatment remains complex, and in some cases can be mutilating. Prevention, a correct diagnosis and opportune management are crucial. Material and Methods A cross-sectional study was made, interviewing 410 dentists with the aim of assessing their knowledge of the subject. Results Practically all of the dental professionals (99.7%) were found to lack sufficient knowledge of the prevention, diagnosis and management of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis. Conclusions Actions including increased diffusion in the professional media and inclusion of the subject in training programs are needed in order to enhance the knowledge of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis among dentists and thus prevent complications in this group of patients. Key words:Knowledge, mexico, osteonecrosis, bisphosphonates.
| year | journal | country | edition | language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-01-01 | Medicina Oral Patología Oral y Cirugia Bucal |