Thrombocytopenia (ITP, drug-induced, malignancy)
Thrombocytopenia = low platelet count → increased mucosal/procedural bleeding risk. Dental planning driven by: (1) platelet count TREND + bleeding history, (2) procedure bleeding risk (non-invasive vs invasive), (3) cause (ITP, chemo, drug-induced, marrow failure) and co-medications. Key evidence insight: the "strict 50k rule" is weaker than commonly believed — a World Workshop review and 2026 Oral Diseases paper report no evidence that <50k is an ABSOLUTE contraindication; bleeding risk rises but is manageable with local measures and coordination.
The full condition entry includes
- Safe vs avoid lists: antibiotics, analgesics, local anesthetics
- Vasoconstrictor limits and treatment modifications
- Pre/intra/post-op monitoring and deferral criteria
- Emergency management, explained for study
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