Publications by authors named "Juliana Suguimoto Valerio"
J Craniofac Surg
January 2020
Article Synopsis
- The study analyzed dental treatment needs of patients with myelomeningocele (MMC) compared to healthy individuals, focusing on systemic and oral aspects.
- Participants included 30 children aged 3 to 16, with 15 in the MMC group showing higher medication use, a significant percentage experiencing convulsions, and a majority using cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) shunts.
- The results indicated that MMC patients exhibited more oral health issues, including higher rates of gingivitis, cognitive deficits, anxiety, and latex allergies, emphasizing the complexities in their dental treatment planning.
