Oral health in individuals with cystic fibrosis: A cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT: Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is an autosomal recessive disease characterized by the production of thick and viscous mucus progressively affecting various organs and systems, with recurrent respiratory infections. The aim of this study was to learn about the oral health characteristics in CF patients.

Methodology

Data, such as sociodemographic, general and oral health, were collected from the medical records of CF patients aged 0 to 18 years old. The number of patients with tooth decay, prevalence of developmental defects of enamel (DDE), classification of dental occlusion, sialometry, salivary pH and oral microbial profile and respiratory secretions evaluations were recorded.

Results

Most patients had pancreatic insufficiency (84.2%), malnutrition (60%), respiratory problems (75.4%)

SUBMITTER: Abreu de Moraes D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10865253 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature