Influence of Oral Health Issues on Quality of Life Among Hospitalized Cardiovascular Patients: Insights from Brazil
By
Natália de Castro Corrêa
Meire Coelho Ferreira
Aldair Darlan Santos-de-Araújo
Rodrigo Costa Cutrim
Rudys Rodolfo De Jesus Tavarez
Lyrian Lorena Freire Lira
Plínio da Cunha Leal
Robinson Sabino-Silva
Adriana Sanches Garcia-Araújo
Daniela Bassi-Dibai
November 25, 2025
Clinical Scorecard: Influence of Oral Health Issues on Quality of Life Among Hospitalized Cardiovascular Patients: Insights from Brazil
At a Glance
Category Detail
Condition Cardiovascular Diseases (CVD) Key Mechanisms Dysbiosis of biofilm pathogens leading to systemic inflammation affecting cardiovascular health. Target Population Hospitalized patients aged 18-70 with diagnosed cardiovascular diseases. Care Setting Cardiology nursery and adult cardiology ICU in a high-complexity hospital.
Key Highlights
CVD accounts for 32% of global deaths, with significant economic impact in Brazil. Oral health issues can exacerbate cardiovascular conditions through systemic inflammation. Quality of life is adversely affected by oral health problems in cardiovascular patients. The OHIP questionnaire is a reliable tool for assessing quality of life related to oral health. The study included a diverse population with varying types and severities of CVD. Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Utilize comprehensive oral health assessments in cardiovascular patients. Management
Implement oral health interventions as part of CVD management strategies. Monitoring & Follow-up
Regularly assess oral health status and its impact on quality of life. Risks
Consider the risk of systemic complications from poor oral health in CVD patients. Patient & Prescribing Data
Individuals aged 18-70 with cardiovascular disease, regardless of comorbidities.
Addressing oral health can improve overall health outcomes and quality of life.
Clinical Best Practices
Conduct bedside oral health evaluations for hospitalized cardiovascular patients. Incorporate oral health education into cardiovascular disease management plans. Use validated instruments like OHIP-14 for assessing quality of life related to oral health. References
