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Each of the following medical conditions can contraindicate placement of implants except

A. Cardiovascular and respiratory diseases
B. Compromised immune systems
C. Chronic conditions that may impede healing
D. Asthma

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Asthma does not inherently contraindicate the placement of implants as it is a chronic condition that primarily causes airway obstruction and can be managed effectively, unlike the other conditions listed that can lead to poor wound healing or increased infection risk.

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The medical condition from the given options that does not contraindicate the placement of implants is D. Asthma. Conditions such as cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, compromised immune systems, and chronic conditions that impede healing can create significant risks for implant placement due to potential poor wound healing, risk of infection, and weakened physiological responses. However, asthma, while being a chronic respiratory condition, does not inherently pose a similar level of risk for complications with implant placement as it is a manageable condition that principally leads to airway obstruction rather than healing deficiencies or immunosuppression.

It's important to consider the individual's control over their asthma and whether any current exacerbation might influence surgical outcomes. Generally, well-managed asthma does not contraindicate implant surgery but each case should be individually assessed by healthcare professionals.

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