Lidocaine and Stroke Risk in Dental Procedures

This research investigates the potential association between lidocaine use in dental procedures and the incidence of strokes. The focus is on understanding the key relationships and risk factors involved in this context. We are interested in reviewing retrospective analyses and case reports that explore the occurrence of strokes following dental procedures involving lidocaine, with particular attention to specific patient demographics or pre-existing risk factors. The investigation aims to understand how lidocaine, as a local anesthetic, may contribute to vascular events like strokes, especially in populations with underlying conditions such as hypertension or cardiovascular disease. Key areas of interest include the pharmacodynamics of lidocaine, its impact on blood flow and coagulation, and how these factors might interact with individual patient health profiles to increase stroke risk. This research seeks to uncover any identifiable patterns or warnings that could inform safer dental practices.