Evaluation of Quality of Life and Propulsion in Coronary Artery Disease Patients Following Dental Extraction.

Abstract

Regarding dental treatment, dental extractions are common procedures that are frequently required for a variety of problems, including impacted teeth, non-restorable caries, and chronic periodontal disease. But these procedures can be very difficult, especially for patients who have systemic diseases like coronary artery disease (CAD). The aim of this observational study, which was carried out in May 2024, was to assess how dental extractions affected the patient’s quality of life (QoL). One hundred adult CAD patients, ages 20 to 75, who had tooth extractions were included in the study. Following extraction, participants answered questions about social interactions, work impairment, postoperative pain, and pronunciation. The findings showed that 53% of participants were men and 47% were women. The teeth that were extracted the most often were the molars (59%), with forceps being the most used technique (63%). Following extraction, speech problems were more common in women (34%) than in men (20%). Furthermore, compared to males, females reported higher degrees of postoperative discomfort (19% reporting moderate pain and 19% reporting severe pain). Significant gender disparities in social isolation attributed to physical appearance, discomfort, and swelling were also noted. The study emphasizes the significance of comprehensive preoperative counselling and tailored postoperative therapy for patients with CAD undergoing dental extractions. Enhancing communication and controlling discomfort are two potential barriers that might significantly raise patients' quality of life. The study's limitations include its limited sample size, potential subjective biases in the self-reported data, and its inability to assess long-term effects. Further research is needed in order to apply these findings to the broader population of CAD patients