Wisnom CJ, Kelly M. Medical/dental management of a chronic hepatitis C patient. A case report.
ORAL SURGERY, ORAL MEDICINE, AND ORAL PATHOLOGY 1993;
75:786-90. [PMID:
8515996 DOI:
10.1016/0030-4220(93)90443-8]
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Abstract
Hepatitis C accounts for 20% to 40% of all acute viral hepatitis, with between 150,000 and 170,000 new cases reported in the United States each year. Approximately 50% of these patients will progress to chronicity with potential hepatic disorders. In an average dental practice that treats 20 patients each day, it is estimated that one hepatitis C patient will be encountered every 2 weeks. Because numerous dental procedures stress the immune, coagulation, and metabolic systems, a thorough understanding of the potential complications imposed by hepatitis C to these systems is essential. This case study encompasses comprehensive medical and dental management of the chronic hepatitis C patient. It includes assessment, intervention, and evaluation, as well as projected planning for future treatment.
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