Title of article
Pattern of Antibiotic Prescription among Dentists in Iran
Author/Authors
Kakoei, Shahla Kerman Dental School - Kerman University of Medical Sciences , Raoof, Maryam Kerman Dental School - Kerman University of Medical Sciences , Baghaei, Fahimeh Kerman Dental School - Kerman University of Medical Sciences , Adhami, Shahrzad Kerman Dental School - Kerman University of Medical Sciences
Pages
5
From page
19
To page
23
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: This study examines the antibiotic prescription in dentists participated in 9th Congress of Iranian Association of Endodontists in Esfahan/2006. MATERIALS and METHODS: A questionnaire for this cross sectional study was designed for evaluating the patterns of antibiotic prescription. It included some demographic information, clinical signs, and conditions in need for antibiotic and prophylactic prescription and their choices. Data was analyzed using Pearson’s Chi-square test. RESULTS: High percentage of responders prescribe antibiotic for fever (78.2%) and diffuse swelling (85.1%). However, some situations such as acute pulpitis, chronic periapical lesions and marginal gingivitis were irrationally prescribed. CONCLUSION: This study showed a fairly good pattern of antibiotic prescription but it was far from ideal.
Keywords
Antibiotic , Prescription
Journal title
Astroparticle Physics
Serial Year
2007
Record number
2421636
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