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Hematology
Oral health
Pediatric dentistry
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Aim: To evaluate the profile of pediatric onco-hematological patients and the outpatient dental care provided to these individuals from January 2016 to December 2019 by the Pediatric Dentistry division of the Dentistry and Stomatology Service of a tertiary hospital. Methods: Data were collected from the medical records of 179 pediatric patients undergoing treatment for onco-hematological diseases, aged between 0 and 19 years, regarding their profile and the outpatient dental care provided by the Pediatric Dentistry Service of the Dentistry and Stomatology Service of a tertiary hospital. Data were tabulated and subjected to descriptive statistical analysis. Results: The majority of the patients were male, with a mean age of 12. Anemia and leukemia were the most prevalent diseases in this study. During the evaluation period, 1548 dental appointments were performed, 696 of which were clinical evaluations. The remaining appointments involved various dental procedures. The most common procedures included the topical application of fluoride and dental prophylaxis, followed by extractions, laser therapy, tooth decay removal, and restorations/sealants. Conclusion: Assessing patient profiles and the dental care provided are important tools for improving dental care protocols and enhancing the quality of life for pediatric onco-hematological patients.
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