Pharmacology · single question
A patient has mitral valve prolapse with atrial fibrillation and a documented penicillin allergy. What antibiotic prophylaxis is indicated before dental extraction?
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Correct answer: D. No prophylaxis required
Per AHA guidelines, mitral valve prolapse — even with regurgitation or atrial fibrillation — is NOT an indication for endocarditis prophylaxis. Prophylaxis is reserved for: prosthetic valves, previous IE, certain congenital heart disease, and cardiac transplant with valvulopathy. Additionally, clindamycin is no longer a preferred second-line alternative.