Effect of end-stage renal disease on oral health in patients undergoing renal dialysis: A cross-sectional study

Nalam Radhika Gautam, Nalam Sai Gautam, Thota Hanumantha Rao, Ravichandra Koganti, Rohit Agarwal, Madhavi Alamanda, Nalam Radhika Gautam, Nalam Sai Gautam, Thota Hanumantha Rao, Ravichandra Koganti, Rohit Agarwal, Madhavi Alamanda

Abstract

Aims and objectives: To evaluate the effect of chronic renal failure on oral health in renal dialysis patients. To assess and improvise awareness of staff regarding oral health care of the patients in hemodialysis unit.

Materials and methods: A cross-sectional questionnaire survey and oral health examination study were conducted on 206 end-stage chronic renal failure patients (stage V) who were undergoing renal dialysis in Guntur city. The study included the questionnaire form and modified WHO proforma to record their oral health status. Oral examination was done in American Dental Association (ADA) type III method by using mouth mirror and community periodontal index (CPI) probe. Questionnaire survey was conducted among the nursing staff in the hemodialysis unit.

Results: Mean age of the study subjects was 46.79 ± 12.78 years; 81.1% were males and 18.9% were females. Candidiasis (8.3%) was the most frequently seen oral mucosal condition in these subjects. Majority of the subjects (44.2%) showed periodontal diseases (CPI score 3: Pocket depth of 4-5 mm). Caries prevalence of 56.3% was seen in this study group. Higher incidence of hepatitis C was significantly associated with higher duration of dialysis. There was very little awareness among the nursing staff regarding dental care.

Conclusion: There is greater deterioration of periodontal health among dialysis patients with chronic renal disease. Awareness regarding dental care is very less among patients undergoing renal dialysis. These patients should be monitored carefully to maintain their oral health. Awareness must be increased among dialysis patients and nursing staff about the need for primary prevention of dental diseases.

Keywords: Chronic renal failure; oral health status; oral hygiene habits; renal dialysis patients.

Conflict of interest statement

Conflict of Interest: None declared.

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Questionnaire to evaluate knowledge and attitude of nursing staff
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Distribution of study subjects according to the presence of hepatitis C in relation to duration of dialysis

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