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ADVANCES IN HUMAN BIOLOGY
Volume 11, Issue 1, Pages 44-49Publisher
WOLTERS KLUWER MEDKNOW PUBLICATIONS
DOI: 10.4103/AIHB.AIHB_91_20
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Cross-sectional study; diabetes mellitus; endodontics; hypertension
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The study estimated the prevalence of diabetes mellitus and hypertension in patients-seeking endodontic treatment, showing higher rates in the age group of 61-70 years. There was no significant difference in prevalence based on gender. Recommendations include detailed pre-operative screening and referral for older patients undergoing endodontic treatment to avoid complications.
Aim: The aim of this study was to estimate the prevalence of diabetes mellitus (DM) and hypertension (HTN) in patients-seeking endodontic treatment at a tertiary care center. Materials and Methods: This retrospective, institutional-based, cross-sectional study was conducted from 2018 to 2020 on 300 study participants between 30 and 70 years of age, using the data obtained from the records of patients who had no known history of HTN and DM and who were clinically advised to undergo endodontic treatment. Fasting blood sugar level and blood pressure were recorded for each study participant. Clinical data parameters were analysed, and the Chi-square statistical test was applied. Results: Out of 300 patients, 19.3% (58 patients) were diagnosed with DM and 17.7% (53 patients) were diagnosed with HTN. Statistically, a high significant difference was found in the prevalence of DM and HTN among endodontic patients according to age with the highest prevalence demonstrated in the age group of 61-70 years. No significant difference was found in the prevalence of both diseases according to gender. Conclusion: Within the limitations of our study, it may be concluded that the estimated prevalence of DM and HTN in this study points as a risk indicator, especially in older age group population undergoing endodontic treatment. It is thus, advised that a clinical protocol of prior referral to a family physician for detailed pre-operative clinicopathological screening and systemic evaluation before performing any endodontic treatment be devised for all age groups to avoid medical complications and/or modifications if any, that may be required in endodontic treatment of undiagnosed DM and HTN patients.
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