Platelet counts needed for toot extracations – pro
Unfortunately, even for high-risk procedures, the plt count of 50+ is sufficient. However, there are also articles suggesting that for major surgery, the plt count should be above 80. However, these articles do not cosider dental extractions to be major surgery, see guideline by Babsa et al.
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