Publications by authors named "Karmela Dzaja"
COVID-19 and oral lesions: 2020-2024 outpatient case series and literature review.
Acta Dermatovenerol Alp Pannonica Adriat
March 2024
Article Synopsis
- Data on oral lesions related to COVID-19 show a low prevalence of 1.42%, based on a study of 15 patients from Croatia examined between November 2020 and January 2024.
- The most frequent oral issues identified include nonspecific erosions, stomatitis, and various salivary gland disorders, with the tongue being the most affected area.
- These oral manifestations were primarily observed in middle-aged patients and appeared in a mild form, showing no correlation with the severity of their COVID-19 symptoms.
Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate and compare the knowledge and practices of family physicians (general practitioners) and pediatricians concerning children's oral health.
Materials And Methods: This research involved a cross-sectional survey with 446 respondents, consisting of 77.8% women and 22.