Journal of Oral Hygiene & Health
Open Access

Abstract

Background: Patients seeking dental care have significant medical problems which play an important role in the management and progress of treatment. It is important for the clinician to be aware of the type of medical condition in the patient for providing optimal Dental care. Aims & Objectives: This study aims to assess the prevalence of medical conditions among patients seeking dental care in KKUCOD, to assess the prevalence of medical conditions in patients seeking Dental Treatment, to assess the type of medical condition and age group which is most prevalent and to assess the total number of Saudi & Non-Saudi Nationals. Material & Methods: Patient�s medical records were retrieved over a period of one year. Due ethical clearance was obtained. Data regarding age group, nationality, type of medical condition were recorded and subsequently entered in Excel spread sheet. Medically compromised conditions were classified into 11 categories. Result: A total of 7051 patient files were screened. Of the 7051 patient files screened, 725 patients had medical conditions. Age group of 20-30 years had highest prevalence rate. Endocrine (Diabetic) conditions were the most prevalent medical condition closely followed by Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Hematologic conditions. Of the 725 patients with medical conditions Saudi�s were the predominant group than the non-Saudi patients as Saudi nationals are main group of patients seeking dental treatment at KKUCOD. Conclusion: 10.3% of the patients had medically compromised conditions which are significantly higher, diabetes was the most prevalent medical condition followed by cardiovascular, respiratory and hematologic conditions and age group of 20-30 years had the highest prevalence rate.

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