A 60-year-old man with diabetes is receiving dental extraction. He has no cardiac conditions. Should he receive antibiotic prophylaxis to prevent IE?...

Question

A 60-year-old man with diabetes is receiving dental extraction. He has no cardiac conditions. Should he receive antibiotic prophylaxis to prevent IE?

Accepted Answer

No, antibiotic prophylaxis is not indicated

Answer

Yes, amoxicillin 2 g 1 hour before

Answer

Yes, clindamycin 600 mg 1 hour before

Answer

Yes, vancomycin 1 g 1 hour before

Answer

Yes, azithromycin 500 mg the night before

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): Dental IE Prophylaxis (Indications)