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A patient has mitral valve prolapse with atrial fibrillation and a documented penicillin allergy. What antibiotic prophylaxis is indicated before dental extraction?

  1. Clindamycin 600 mg
  2. Amoxicillin 2 g
  3. Cephalexin 2 g
  4. No prophylaxis required
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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.

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