deferiprone has been researched along with Dental Caries in 1 studies
Deferiprone: A pyridone derivative and iron chelator that is used in the treatment of IRON OVERLOAD in patients with THALASSEMIA.
deferiprone : A member of the class of 4-pyridones that is pyridin-4(1H)-one substituted at positions 1 and 2 by methyl groups and at position 3 by a hydroxy group. A lipid-soluble iron-chelator used for treatment of thalassaemia.
Dental Caries: Localized destruction of the tooth surface initiated by decalcification of the enamel followed by enzymatic lysis of organic structures and leading to cavity formation. If left unchecked, the cavity may penetrate the enamel and dentin and reach the pulp.
| Excerpt | Relevance | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| "Dental caries were significantly higher in thalassemics." | 1.33 | Physical growth patterns and dental caries in thalassemia. ( Dewan, P; Gomber, S, 2006) |
| Timeframe | Studies, this research(%) | All Research% |
|---|---|---|
| pre-1990 | 0 (0.00) | 18.7374 |
| 1990's | 0 (0.00) | 18.2507 |
| 2000's | 1 (100.00) | 29.6817 |
| 2010's | 0 (0.00) | 24.3611 |
| 2020's | 0 (0.00) | 2.80 |
| Authors | Studies |
|---|---|
| Gomber, S | 1 |
| Dewan, P | 1 |
1 other study available for deferiprone and Dental Caries
| Article | Year |
|---|---|
Physical growth patterns and dental caries in thalassemia.
Topics: Adolescent; Adult; Child; Child, Preschool; Deferiprone; Deferoxamine; Dental Caries; Female; Ferrit | 2006 |