인문학
사회과학
자연과학
공학
의약학
농수해양학
예술체육학
복합학
지원사업
학술연구/단체지원/교육 등 연구자 활동을 지속하도록 DBpia가 지원하고 있어요.
커뮤니티
연구자들이 자신의 연구와 전문성을 널리 알리고, 새로운 협력의 기회를 만들 수 있는 네트워킹 공간이에요.
초록·키워드
Antibiotic resistance is a critical global health challenge, necessitating judicious antibiotic use across all medical disciplines, including dentistry. This qualitative study explored the attitudes and decision-making processes of Swedish dentists regarding antibiotic prophylaxis in dental implant surgery. A qualitative inductive research design was used to conduct semi-structured interviews with 17 dentists across Sweden. Purposive and snowball sampling ensured diverse perspectives. Three key themes emerged: Perception of antibiotic resistance, Attitudes on antibiotic prophylaxis, and Need for clear guidelines. Participants demonstrated an awareness of antibiotic resistance as a significant public health concern but often perceived it as abstract compared to the immediate risks of postoperative infection. Their antibiotic prophylaxis practices varied widely, influenced by patient-specific factors, procedural complexity, and personal clinical experience. While some advocated selective use of antibiotic prophylaxis for high-risk cases, others routinely prescribe it to minimize complications, reflecting an ongoing tension between patient safety and antibiotic stewardship. A common frustration among dentists was the lack of evidence-based guidelines, which left decision-making subject to individual interpretation and contributed to practice variability. This underscores the need for standardized protocols that balance effective infection prevention with minimal antibiotic use. This study shows that while dentists recognize the importance of addressing antibiotic resistance, this awareness often feels secondary to the immediate clinical risks of postoperative infections. Practice around antibiotic prophylaxis varies depending on individual clinical judgment, surgical protocol, patient factors, and the absence of clear, evidence-based guidelines. The study highlights the need for evidence-based guidelines that balance patient safety and antibiotic stewardship.
인공지능 문자 인식 모델을 통해 추출된 텍스트로, 일부 오타나 오류가 포함될 수 있으나 지속적으로 개선 중입니다.
오류를 발견하셨다면 해당 부분을 드래그한 후 ' 를 통해 신고해주세요.
오류를 발견하셨다면 해당 부분을 드래그한 후 ' 를 통해 신고해주세요.