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Rev Mex Cir Bucal Maxilofac 2026; 22 (1)

Knowledge, attitudes and practices of dentistry students regarding the management of patients under antithrombotic therapy

Prado BNY, Cruz FA, Chaves CIA, Salgado CF

Language: Spanish
References: 26
Page: 4-11
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ABSTRACT

Introduction: the dental management of patients receiving antithrombotic therapy remains a clinical challenge due to the potential bleeding risk and the frequent misconception that medication must be discontinued before dental extraction. Current evidence indicates that most procedures can be safely performed without interrupting therapy when appropriate local hemostatic measures are implemented. Objective: to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of dentists regarding the management of patients under antithrombotic therapy, particularly concerning drug discontinuation prior to tooth extraction. Material and methods: a cross-sectional observational study was conducted through a structured questionnaire distributed among dentists from various healthcare institutions. The survey assessed the identification of anticoagulant and antiplatelet agents, evaluation of bleeding risk, decisions regarding therapy suspension, and management of postoperative complications. Descriptive statistics were used for frequency and percentage analysis. Results: although most respondents identified the main antithrombotic drugs, uncertainty persisted regarding therapy discontinuation. Sixty-two percent considered it necessary to suspend the medication before extraction, and only 28% were aware of clinical guidelines discouraging this practice. Forty percent reported feeling insecure when treating these patients, and over 70% had not received specific training on the subject. Conclusions: sufficient knowledge was identified among dentists but inconsistent regarding the management of patients under antithrombotic therapy. Lack of awareness of current recommendations may increase thromboembolic and some trans or postoperative hemorrhagic risks, underscoring the need to strengthen professional education in pharmacology and clinical management.


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