Do adults with splenic dysfunction, splenectomy or congenital asplenia require antibiotic prophylaxis prior to dental extraction? A systematic review

ConclusionsAntibiotic prophylaxis should not be routinely prescribed for adults with splenic dysfunctions, splenectomy or congenital asplenia prior to dental extraction as sepsis post-dental extraction in this group of patients is very rare.
Source: Oral Surgery - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Tags: REVIEW ARTICLE Source Type: research