Journal of the American Dental Association, Vol 123, Issue 8, 65-66
Copyright © 1992 by American Dental Association
Suture removal-induced bacteremia: a possible endocarditis risk
JA Giglio,
RW Rowland,
HP Dalton,
and
DM Laskin
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, MCV/VCU, School of Dentistry and Hospitals, Richmond.
Multiple intraoral suture removal isn't always a benign procedure for cardiac patients at high risk from bacteremia. Under certain conditions, antibiotic prophylaxis is recommended.