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Kamiński B, Błochowiak K, Kołomański K, Sikora M, Karwan S, Chlubek D. Oral and Maxillofacial Infections—A Bacterial and Clinical Cross-Section. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11102731. [PMID: 35628858 PMCID: PMC9145374 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11102731] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2022] [Revised: 05/08/2022] [Accepted: 05/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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The treatment of oral and maxillofacial infections is based on a recognized algorithm that may require modification under the influence of various local and systemic factors. The aim of this study was to present a comprehensive and microbiological profile of oral and maxillofacial infections, and explore possible correlations between the course of an infection and selected systemic factors based on the medical records of 329 patients affected by the disease. We identified most common clinical, demographic, bacterial, and laboratory parameters specific for these infections. There were statistically significant differences in Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate, number of accompanying diseases, otalgia, dyspnea, and speech difficulties occurrence and neck space involvement between diabetic and non-diabetic patients. The duration of hospitalization and accompanying diseases correlated positively with the patient age and white blood cell count, and C-reactive protein value negatively correlated with age. The primary cause of infections, age, and comorbid diseases can modify the infection course and increase the risk of developing serious complications. It confirms the need for effective and targeted bacterial treatment in the early stages of infections. Age and general diseases are the most important systemic factors determining the infection symptoms and laboratory parameters assessing the severity of the inflammatory process.
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- Bartłomiej Kamiński
- Department of Otolaryngology, Maria Skłodowska-Curie District Hospital, 26-110 Skarżysko-Kamienna, Poland;
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- Department of Oral Surgery and Periodontology, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, 61-701 Poznan, Poland;
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital of the Ministry of Interior, 25-375 Kielce, Poland; (K.K.); (M.S.)
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital of the Ministry of Interior, 25-375 Kielce, Poland; (K.K.); (M.S.)
- Department of Biochemistry and Medical Chemistry, Pomeranian Medical University, 70-111 Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Regional Specialized Children’s Hospital, 10-561 Olsztyn, Poland;
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- Department of Biochemistry and Medical Chemistry, Pomeranian Medical University, 70-111 Szczecin, Poland
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Johnston DT, Phero JA, Hechler BL. The Necessity of Antibiotics in the Management of Surgically Treated Mandibular Osteomyelitis: A Systematic Review. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol 2022; 135:11-23. [PMID: 35863960 DOI: 10.1016/j.oooo.2022.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2022] [Revised: 05/01/2022] [Accepted: 05/05/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Mandibular osteomyelitis remains an incompletely understood entity, and treatment of its various presentations remains diverse. The purpose of this study was to review the necessity of antibiotic therapy after surgical treatment of mandibular osteomyelitis. STUDY DESIGN A systematic review of published articles on surgical management of mandibular osteomyelitis with or without postoperative antibiotic therapy was performed to answer the question, "Does the use of postoperative antibiotics compared with surgery alone alter the success rate in treating mandibular osteomyelitis?" The most recent evidence was sought by searching PubMed, Embase, and Scopus databases. Article appraisal was performed by 2 reviewers. RESULTS Forty-five articles were found that met the inclusion criteria, with all studies being retrospective cohort or case series designs. Only 13 articles used Zurich classification designations of acute osteomyelitis, secondary chronic osteomyelitis, or primary chronic osteomyelitis, and the general heterogeneity of these articles made comparison difficult. No study made an intentional statistical assessment of various antibiotic protocols. CONCLUSIONS Limited evidence suggested that resection may have better success rates than other forms of surgical intervention, regardless of antibiotic therapy. This systematic review questions the perceived necessity of intermediate- or long-term antibiotic therapy in the management of mandibular osteomyelitis after surgical resection.
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Meinen A, Reuss A, Willrich N, Feig M, Noll I, Eckmanns T, Al-Nawas B, Markwart R. Antimicrobial Resistance and the Spectrum of Pathogens in Dental and Oral-Maxillofacial Infections in Hospitals and Dental Practices in Germany. Front Microbiol 2021; 12:676108. [PMID: 34149666 PMCID: PMC8206268 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2021.676108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2021] [Accepted: 05/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Data on microbiological profiles in odontogenic infections are scarce. This study aimed to analyze the spectrum of pathogens and antimicrobial resistance in clinical isolates from dental and oral-maxillofacial clinical settings in Germany. We analyzed 20,645 clinical isolates (dental practices: n = 5,733; hospitals: n = 14,912) from patients with odontogenic infections using data (2012-2019) from the German Antimicrobial-Resistance-Surveillance (ARS) system. A total of 224 different species from 73 genera were found in clinical isolates from dental practices, and 329 different species from 97 genera were identified in isolates from hospital patients. In both hospitals and dental practices Streptococcus spp. (33 and 36%, respectively) and Staphylococcus spp. (21 and 12%, respectively) were the most frequently isolated microorganisms. In Streptococcus spp. isolates from hospitals, penicillin and aminopenicillin resistance proportions were 8.0% (95%CI 4.7-14.9%) and 6.9% (95%CI 4.7-9.9%), respectively. Substantially lower resistance proportions of penicillin and aminopenicillin were observed in dental practices [2.6% (95%CI 1.4-4.7%) and 2.1% (95%CI 1.1-4.0%), respectively]. Among Staphylococcus aureus isolates from hospital patients methicillin resistance proportions were 12.0% (95%CI 9.7-14.8%), which was higher than in isolates from dental practices (5.8% (95%CI 4.1-8.1%)]. High clindamycin and macrolide resistance proportions (>17%) were observed in Streptococcus spp. and Staphylococcus aureus isolates. In Klebsiella spp. isolates carbapenem resistance proportions were <1%. In sum, substantial antibiotic resistance was observed in isolates from odontogenic infections, which calls for strengthened efforts in antibiotic stewardship and infection prevention and control measures in both hospitals and dental practices.
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- Annika Meinen
- Robert Koch Institute, Unit 37: Nosocomial Infections, Surveillance of Antimicrobial Resistance and Consumption, Berlin, Germany
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- Robert Koch Institute, Unit 37: Nosocomial Infections, Surveillance of Antimicrobial Resistance and Consumption, Berlin, Germany
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- Robert Koch Institute, Unit 37: Nosocomial Infections, Surveillance of Antimicrobial Resistance and Consumption, Berlin, Germany
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- Robert Koch Institute, Unit 37: Nosocomial Infections, Surveillance of Antimicrobial Resistance and Consumption, Berlin, Germany
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- Robert Koch Institute, Unit 37: Nosocomial Infections, Surveillance of Antimicrobial Resistance and Consumption, Berlin, Germany
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- Robert Koch Institute, Unit 37: Nosocomial Infections, Surveillance of Antimicrobial Resistance and Consumption, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Plastic Surgery, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Robert Koch Institute, Unit 37: Nosocomial Infections, Surveillance of Antimicrobial Resistance and Consumption, Berlin, Germany.,Institute of General Practice and Family Medicine, Jena University Hospital, Jena, Germany
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Pham Dang N, Delbet-Dupas C, Mulliez A, Devoize L, Dallel R, Barthélémy I. Five Predictors Affecting the Prognosis of Patients with Severe Odontogenic Infections. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2020; 17:ijerph17238917. [PMID: 33266250 PMCID: PMC7730806 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17238917] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2020] [Revised: 11/22/2020] [Accepted: 11/24/2020] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Background: Dental cellulitis management is no longer a simple procedure, as more and more patients are needing long-time hospitalization, several surgeries and intensive care follow-up. This prospective study seeks to highlight criteria that can split patients with severe odontogenic infection into two groups: those with simple evolution and those for whom complex management is necessary. Methods: In this observational study, all patients considered with a severe odontogenic infection (which necessitated hospital admission, intravenous antibiotics and general anaesthesia) were enrolled between January 2004 and December 2014 from Clermont-Ferrand University Hospital (France). They were split into two groups: those who needed one surgical intervention with tooth extraction and collection drainage combined with probabilistic antibiotic to treat infection and those who need several surgeries, intensive care unit follow-up or tracheotomy to achieve healing. Results: 653 patients were included, of which 611 (94%) had one surgery, 42 (6%) had more than one surgery before healing. Penicillin allergy (p < 0.001), psychiatric disorders (p = 0.005), oropharyngeal oedema (p = 0.008), floor oedema (p = 0.004), fever (p = 0.04) and trismus (p = 0.018) on admission were the most relevant predictors of complex evolution. A conditional inference tree (CTREE) illustrated the association of prognostic factors and the need of multiple surgery. Conclusions: Besides clinical symptoms of severity, complications of severe odontogenic infection are predicted by measurables and objectives criteria as penicillin allergy, mandibular molar, C-reactive protein level, psychiatric disorders and alcohol abuse. Their specific association potentialize the risks. IRB number: CE-CIC-GREN-12-08.
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- Nathalie Pham Dang
- CHU Clermont-Ferrand, Inserm, Neuro-Dol, Université Clermont Auvergne, F-63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France; (C.D.-D.); (L.D.); (R.D.); (I.B.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +33-473-750-102; Fax: +33-473-750-103
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- CHU Clermont-Ferrand, Inserm, Neuro-Dol, Université Clermont Auvergne, F-63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France; (C.D.-D.); (L.D.); (R.D.); (I.B.)
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- CHU Clermont-Ferrand, Délégation Recherche Clinique & Innovation, 63003 Clermont-Ferrand, France;
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- CHU Clermont-Ferrand, Inserm, Neuro-Dol, Université Clermont Auvergne, F-63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France; (C.D.-D.); (L.D.); (R.D.); (I.B.)
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- CHU Clermont-Ferrand, Inserm, Neuro-Dol, Université Clermont Auvergne, F-63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France; (C.D.-D.); (L.D.); (R.D.); (I.B.)
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- CHU Clermont-Ferrand, Inserm, Neuro-Dol, Université Clermont Auvergne, F-63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France; (C.D.-D.); (L.D.); (R.D.); (I.B.)
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Olzowy B, Al-Nawas B, Havel M, Karbach J, Müller R. Calculated parenteral initial treatment of bacterial infections: Infections in the ear, nose, throat and mouth and jaw area. GMS Infect Dis 2020; 8:Doc14. [PMID: 32373439 PMCID: PMC7186809 DOI: 10.3205/id000058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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This is the sixth chapter of the guideline "Calculated initial parenteral treatment of bacterial infections in adults - update 2018" in the 2nd updated version. The German guideline by the Paul-Ehrlich-Gesellschaft für Chemotherapie e.V. (PEG) has been translated to address an international audience. The chapter deals with the antibacterial treatment of more severe infections of the ear, the nose, the throat and the maxillofacial region, including odontogenic and salivary gland infections.
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- Klinik für Mund-, Kiefer- und Gesichtschirurgie, Universitätsmedizin Mainz, Germany
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für HNO-Heilkunde, Klinikum der Universität München, Munich, Germany
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- Klinik für Mund-, Kiefer- und Gesichtschirurgie, Universitätsmedizin Mainz, Germany
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Hals-, Nasen- und Ohrenheilkunde, Universitätsklinikum Carl Gustav Carus Dresden, Germany
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Delbet-Dupas C, Devoize L, Depeyre A, Mulliez A, Barthélémy I, Pham Dang N. Are routine microbiological samplings in acute dental infections justified? Our 10-year real-life experience. J Stomatol Oral Maxillofac Surg 2019; 120:397-401. [PMID: 30836194 DOI: 10.1016/j.jormas.2019.02.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2019] [Accepted: 02/26/2019] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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PURPOSE Most patients with severe odontogenic infections are successfully treated with large spectrum probabilistic antibioc therapy, drainage of the collections and tooth treatment or extraction and are discharged home before antibiotic sensitivity results were available. The investigators hypothesized whether bacteriological sampling should be systematically performed in the management of patients with severe odontogenic infections. METHODS The investigators implemented a prospective observational study. The sample was composed of patients managed between January 2004 and December 2014 for severe odontogenic infection based on three criteria: hospital admission, intravenous antibiotic therapy, tooth extraction and collections drainage under general anesthesia. The predictor variable was the results of bacteriological sampling, culture and sensitivity. The outcome variable was antibiotic therapy adaptation according to antibiotic sensitivity results. RESULTS The sample was composed of 653 patients; 386 (59%) were male and 267 (41%) female, with a mean age of 37 years (range 18-88); 378 (58%) patients had been receiving oral antibiotics before admission to hospital, for a mean duration of 4.1 days (range 1 - 30). About 535 (81.9%) patients had swabs taken during surgery. Microorganisms were observed in 477 (89.1%) patients but in 377 (70.5%) they were polymorphic oropharyngeal flora. After culture, at least one antibiogram was obtained for 91 (17%) patients and the results led to antibiotic therapy being adapted in 23 (4.3%) patients. CONCLUSION The results suggest that bacteriological analysis had an impact on evolution in less than 5% of patients. Future studies will focus on the patients for whom the bacteriological analysis is essential.
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- C Delbet-Dupas
- Department of oral and maxillofacial surgery, NHE, CHU de Clermont-Ferrand, université d'Auvergne, Clermont-Ferrand, 63003, France
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- UMR Inserm/UdA, U1107, Neuro-Dol, Trigeminal Pain and Migraine, université d'Auvergne, Clermont-Ferrand, 63003, France; Department of odontology, CHU de Clermont-Ferrand, Université d'Auvergne, Clermont-Ferrand, 63003, France
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- Department of oral and maxillofacial surgery, NHE, CHU de Clermont-Ferrand, université d'Auvergne, Clermont-Ferrand, 63003, France
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- Délégation recherche clinique and innovation, CHU de Clermont-Ferrand, université d'Auvergne, Clermont-Ferrand, 63003, France
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- Department of oral and maxillofacial surgery, NHE, CHU de Clermont-Ferrand, université d'Auvergne, Clermont-Ferrand, 63003, France; UMR Inserm/UdA, U1107, Neuro-Dol, Trigeminal Pain and Migraine, université d'Auvergne, Clermont-Ferrand, 63003, France
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- Department of oral and maxillofacial surgery, NHE, CHU de Clermont-Ferrand, université d'Auvergne, Clermont-Ferrand, 63003, France; UMR Inserm/UdA, U1107, Neuro-Dol, Trigeminal Pain and Migraine, université d'Auvergne, Clermont-Ferrand, 63003, France.
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Osteomyelitis of the mandible is most commonly caused by bacterial infections and is rarely linked to fungal infections. In 2003, Friedman et al. studied the relationship of multiple drugs including marijuana, opioids, nicotine, and alcohol and its effect on the immune system. It is important to consider potential risks and complications of patients who are immunocompromised and present a history of substance abuse. These complications include infections and osteomyelitis which can be associated with multiple microorganisms; some of the most common microorganisms isolated in mandibular osteomyelitis include Streptococcus, Eikenella, and Candida. Candida albicans is commonly found in the skin and mucosa of healthy individuals; however, it has been proven to cause disease in individuals who are immunocompromised. Two cases of mandibular osteomyelitis after routine dental extractions and a history of drug abuse, including heroin and marijuana, are presented in this case series. These specific infections were resistant to multiple antibiotic therapy and grew C. albicans species in cultures collected. These cases were treated with irrigation and debridement or mandibular resection in combination with antimicrobial treatment and fluconazole with complete resolution. Although osteomyelitis is most commonly caused by bacterial infections, special attention must be given to patients with medical histories of immunosuppression and intravenous drug use. Patients who do not respond to broad-spectrum antibiotics might benefit from bacterial and fungal cultures and sensitivity. Antifungal treatment with an antifungal agent, such as oral fluconazole, is indicated if fungal organisms are yielded in the culture.
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- Mikhail Daya Attie
- Broward Health Medical Center, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
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Smeets M, Gemels B, Groeneveldt L, Politis C. Is there need for technical investigations in order to predict potential length of hospital stay of oral infections? Am J Emerg Med 2019; 37:231-6. [PMID: 29898830 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajem.2018.05.034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2018] [Revised: 05/13/2018] [Accepted: 05/14/2018] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Oral and maxillofacial infections are generally treated by primary dental or medical caregivers. Nevertheless, because these infections are known to have life-threatening complications, there is a need of clear indicators for emergency services medical staff, particularly in determining when morbidity can be expected and when in-hospital treatment is required. This retrospective study aimed to identify variables that were observable at admission, which could indicate high complication rates, long hospital stays, and/or a need for tracheostomy. MATERIALS AND METHODS We examined data from all cases of severe oral and maxillofacial infections that were treated at the University Hospital of Leuven, between January 2013 and June 2017. 64 cases were identified after applying exclusion criteria. Uni- and multivariate analyses were performed. RESULTS A univariate analysis showed that body temperature, C-reactive protein (CRP) levels, white blood cell counts, and positive bacterial cultures were significantly associated with longer hospital stays, which indicated potential future morbidity. A multivariate analysis showed that dyspnoea, age, and CRP comprised the most significant combination for predicting the length of hospital stay. CONCLUSION Based on the statistical analysis of this population, the research group concludes that a thorough anamnesis and clinical examination should be accompanied by a blood analysis of CRP and white blood cell counts. Only then can a well-founded decision be reached on the severity of the case and the need for hospital admission. In an acute setting, radiological imaging is not required for assessing future morbidity, but it should be performed when accessible.
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Kumari S, Mohanty S, Sharma P, Dabas J, Kohli S, Diana C. Is the routine practice of antibiotic prescription and microbial culture and antibiotic sensitivity testing justified in primary maxillofacial space infection patients? A prospective, randomized clinical study. J Craniomaxillofac Surg 2017; 46:446-452. [PMID: 29311020 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcms.2017.11.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2017] [Revised: 09/12/2017] [Accepted: 11/30/2017] [Indexed: 10/18/2022] Open
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PURPOSE The purpose of this prospective, randomized, comparative clinical study was to compare treatment outcome of removal of foci and incision and drainage, with or without oral antibiotic therapy, in the management of single primary maxillofacial space infection with a known focus. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 40 patients with single primary maxillofacial space infection with a known infectious focus were divided into two groups, one treated with incision and drainage only, and the other with incision and drainage along with oral antibiotics. The focus of infection was addressed in both groups. Parameters evaluated included pain score, maximum mouth opening, swelling, purulent discharge and return to normal life, which were assessed on days 1, 2, 3, 5 and 7. The patients were followed up until they reported return to normal life as assessed by a questionnaire. RESULTS All of the patients rapidly responded to treatment as observed by a reduction in pain, swelling, discharge, and improvement in mouth opening. Pus discharge stopped within first 3 days in 75% of patients. The patients who underwent immediate extraction showed a faster resolution of infection (mean return to normal life = 9 days) than others (mean = 11.2 days). There was no statistically significant difference between the two groups for the five study parameters (p < 0.05). Of the total pus specimens, 75% had no significant bacterial growth, or grew 'oral flora'/contaminants, while only 25% grew specific bacteria. CONCLUSION This study questions the conventional practice by dental practitioners and surgeons of prescribing antibiotics to all patients with odontogenic infection. Microbial culture and antibiotic sensitivity is of little therapeutic value in selected patient groups.
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- Saroj Kumari
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, MAMC Complex, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi, 110002, India.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, MAMC Complex, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi, 110002, India.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, MAMC Complex, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi, 110002, India.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, MAMC Complex, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi, 110002, India.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, MAMC Complex, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi, 110002, India.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, MAMC Complex, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi, 110002, India.
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Martins JR, Chagas OL Jr, Velasques BD, Bobrowski ÂN, Correa MB, Torriani MA. The Use of Antibiotics in Odontogenic Infections: What Is the Best Choice? A Systematic Review. J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2017; 75:2606.e1-2606.e11. [PMID: 28893540 DOI: 10.1016/j.joms.2017.08.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2017] [Revised: 08/08/2017] [Accepted: 08/09/2017] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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PURPOSE Odontogenic infections are a common problem in dentistry, and their treatment often requires the use of antibiotics besides the removal of the source of infection, which frequently makes it more difficult for clinicians to make a decision regarding the choice of antibiotic. This study aimed to answer the following questions through the Patient, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome (PICO) format: When should antibiotics be used in dental infections (DIs)? Which are the most effective drugs? How long should antibiotics be administered? MATERIALS AND METHODS This was a systematic review using the PubMed, Scopus, and Cochrane databases without restriction as to the period researched. The variables analyzed in each article were the number of odontogenic infections in each study, type of study, surgical intervention performed, antibiotics administered, statistical differences between groups studied, and patients' evolution after treatment. RESULTS The search included 1,109 articles. After the full reading of 46 articles, 16 were included in the final review and 30 were excluded. A sample of 2,197 DI cases was obtained, in which 15 different antibiotics were used, with a 98.2% overall cure rate. CONCLUSIONS The studies showed that antibiotics were prescribed only in situations of regional and/or systemic body manifestations. In the case of DIs, once drainage has been performed and/or the cause of infection has been removed, all antibiotics tested are equally effective with respect to clinical cure, and the choice of antibiotics is not as successful as the local intervention treatment procedure. When the real need for antibiotic therapy is detected, antibiotics should be used for the shortest time possible until the patient's clinical cure is achieved.
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Gams K, Shewale J, Demian N, Khalil K, Banki F. Characteristics, length of stay, and hospital bills associated with severe odontogenic infections in Houston, TX. J Am Dent Assoc 2017; 148:221-229. [PMID: 28129825 DOI: 10.1016/j.adaj.2016.11.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2016] [Revised: 10/18/2016] [Accepted: 11/28/2016] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND There were 2 main purposes of this retrospective chart review study. The first was to describe the demographic, social, and financial characteristics of patients with severe odontogenic infections. The second was to assess the relationships among several demographic, social, and treatment variables and length of stay (LOS) in the hospital and hospital bill (charges). METHODS The authors conducted a retrospective chart review for patients admitted to the hospital and taken to the operating room for treatment of severe odontogenic infections at 3 hospitals in Houston, TX (Ben Taub, Memorial Hermann Hospital, and Lyndon B. Johnson) from January 2010 through January 2015. RESULTS The authors included data from severe odontogenic infections in 298 patients (55% male; mean age, 38.9 years) in this study. In this population, 45% required admission to the intensive care unit, and the mean LOS was 5.5 days. Most patients (66.6%) were uninsured. The average cost of hospitalization for this patient population was $13,058, and the average hospital bill was $48,351. At multivariable analysis, age (P = .011), preadmission antibiotic use (P = .012), diabetes mellitus (P = .004), and higher odontogenic infection severity score (P < .001) were associated with increased LOS. Higher odontogenic infection severity score, diabetes mellitus, and an American Society of Anesthesiologists score of 3 or more were associated with an increased charge of hospitalization. CONCLUSIONS Severe odontogenic infections were associated with substantial morbidity and cost in this largely unsponsored patient population. The authors identified variables associated with increased LOS and charge of hospitalization. PRACTICAL IMPLICATIONS Clinicians should consider these findings in their decision-making processes and prioritize early treatment of odontogenic infections potentially to decrease the number of patients admitted to the hospital, LOS, and overall costs of treatment for these infections.
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Fomete B, Agbara R, Osunde DO, Ononiwu CN. Cervicofacial infection in a Nigerian tertiary health institution: a retrospective analysis of 77 cases. J Korean Assoc Oral Maxillofac Surg 2016; 41:293-8. [PMID: 26734555 PMCID: PMC4699929 DOI: 10.5125/jkaoms.2015.41.6.293] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2015] [Revised: 07/04/2015] [Accepted: 08/04/2015] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Infection involving the orbit, zygomatic space, lateral pharyngeal space, or hemifacial and oral floor phlegmon is referred to as cervicofacialvinfection (CFI). When diagnosis and/or adequate treatment are delayed, these infections can be life-threatening. Most cases are the result of odontogenic infections. We highlight our experiences in the management of this life-threatening condition. MATERIALS AND METHODS This was a retrospective study of patients who presented with CFI from December 2005 to June 2012 at the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic or the Accident and Emergency Unit of Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (Zaria, Nigeria). The medical records of all patients who presented with either localized or diffuse infection of the maxillofacial soft tissue spaces were retrospectively collected. Data collected was analyzed using SPSS version 13.0 and are expressed as descriptive and inferential statistics. RESULTS Of the 77 patients, 49 patients (63.6%) were males, a male to female ratio of 1:7.5. The ages ranged from two years to 75 years with a mean of 35.0±19.3 years, although most patients were older than 40 years. The duration of symptoms prior to presentation ranged from 6 to 60 days, with a mean of 11.0±9.4 days. More than 90% of the patients presented to the clinic within the first 10 days. The most commonly involved anatomical space was the submandibular space (n=29, 37.7%), followed by hemifacial space (n=22, 28.6%) and buccal space (n=7, 9.1%). Ludwig angina accounted for about 7.8% of the cases. CONCLUSION CFI most commonly involves the submandibular space, typically affects individuals with a low level of education, and is influenced by traditional medical practices. Despite improved health care delivery, CFI remains a significant problem in developing countries.
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- Benjamin Fomete
- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Zaria
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Zaria
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- Department of Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, Calabar, Nigeria
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Zaria
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Araújo JP, Cadavid AMH, Lemos CA, Trierveiler M, Alves FA. Bilateral mandibular osteomyelitis mimicking periapical cysts in a patient with sickle cell anemia. Autops Case Rep 2015; 5:55-60. [PMID: 26558249 PMCID: PMC4636108 DOI: 10.4322/acr.2015.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2015] [Accepted: 06/20/2015] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Sickle cell anemia (SCA) is a hemoglobin disorder that occurs more commonly among Afro-descendants. The authors report the case of a 28-year-old Afro-descendent male patient with the diagnosis of homozygotic sickle cell disease (SCD) referred for evaluation of mandibular lesions. The patient's main complaints included pain and bilateral teeth mobility. An intraoral examination revealed gingiva recession affecting the lower molars with extensive root exposure. A panoramic x-ray showed two radiolucent symmetrical periapical lesions evolving both the first and the second lower molars, bilaterally. The diagnostic hypotheses comprised odontogenic infection, among others. Besides antimicrobial therapy, the two molars of both sides were extracted and bone was collected for histopathological and microbiological analyses. Osteomyelitis was diagnosed, and Streptococcus viridans was recovered from the culture media. Mandibular osteomyelitis should be considered as a diagnosis in patients with SCD. The present case offers an alert to clinicians about the importance of knowing jaw lesions related to SCA.
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- Juliane Pirágine Araújo
- Stomatology Department - School of Dentistry - Universidade de São Paulo, Sao Paulo/SP - Brazil
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- Stomatology Department - School of Dentistry - Universidade de São Paulo, Sao Paulo/SP - Brazil
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- Stomatology Department - School of Dentistry - Universidade de São Paulo, Sao Paulo/SP - Brazil
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- Oral Pathology Department - School of Dentistry - Universidade de São Paulo, Sao Paulo/SP - Brazil
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- Stomatology Department - School of Dentistry - Universidade de São Paulo, Sao Paulo/SP - Brazil
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