When do doctors perform
Bacterial Endocarditis Prophylaxis?

Bacterial Endocarditis Prophylaxis is recommended for the following procedures:

Dental Procedures:

• Any dental procedure where bleeding is anticipated
• Tooth extractions
• Dental Implants
• Root canals
• Any procedure that may involve gum bleeding or periodontal procedures
  

Respiratory Tract:

• Any procedure that may induce bleeding
• Tonsillectomy and or adenoidectomy
• Rigid bronchoscopy
• Flexible bronchoscopy

Gastrointestinal Tract:

• Any procedure that may involve cutting through the mucosa or induce bleeding
• Surgery on the bile duct
• Biopsy
  

Genitourinary Tract:

• Cystoscopy
• Urethral dilation
• Urinary catheterization if bleeding anticipated or the presence of infection is suspected