Question

A 72-year-old man with a bioprosthetic aortic valve is scheduled for a dental extraction involving manipulation of gingival tissue. No penicillin allergy. What is appropriate prophylaxis?

Accepted Answer

Amoxicillin 2 g orally 30-60 min prior

Answer

No prophylaxis is recommended

Answer

Clindamycin 600 mg orally 30-60 min prior

Answer

Metronidazole 500 mg orally once

Answer

Doxycycline 100 mg orally once

Practice question

A 72-year-old man with a bioprosthetic aortic valve is scheduled for a dental extraction involving manipulation of gingival tissue. No penicillin allergy. What is appropriate prophylaxis?