Why the study?
Does echocardiographic assessment reduce unnecessary antibiotic prophylaxis in dental patients with self-reported heart murmurs?
Does echocardiographic assessment reduce unnecessary antibiotic prophylaxis in dental patients with self-reported heart murmurs?
Echocardiographic evaluation of dental patients with self-reported heart murmurs reveals that 86% do not actually require antibiotic prophylaxis, preventing unnecessary antibiotic exposure.
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Echocardiography may identify many patients with self-reported murmurs who need no prophylaxis; leaves open whether routine use reduces harm or improves outcomes.
Ching et al. (2005) studied this question.
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