Condições periodontais de puérperas hospitalizadas : estudo transversal.

Abstract

Background and Objectives: The lack or absence of oral care during pregnancy may cause health risks to the pregnant woman, causing mainly gingivitis and periodontal disease, which in turn can lead to obstetric complications such as premature birth and preeclampsia. The present observational cross-sectional analytical study evaluated the occurrence of reported changes by puerperal women up to 72 hours after delivery hospitalized at the Santa Cruz Maternity Hospital. Methods: Data were obtained from records prepared to record the periodontal condition, using measures of the Community Periodontal Index, recommended by the World Health Organization. Results: Of the 20 postpartum women, 7 were hospitalized for normal delivery; 11, by caesarean section; 1, by preeclampsia; one for premature birth. Of the hospitalizations, 5% of patients diagnosed with preeclampsia and 5% of patients had periodontal disease. In cases of preeclampsia, 100% of patients received no oral hygiene guidance during pregnancy. Conclusion: The problems found allow us to state that periodontal disease, with probing bleeding, was the main clinical manifestation in the pregnant women examined. To avoid implications for the health of pregnant women and children, public policies and specific programs should be directed to them in order to include them early in a health promotion program.