A case series of uncommon causes of maxillary osteomyelitis: Understanding the pathology and recognizing the risks

Maxillary osteomyelitis is a rare event. With emergence of bisphosphonates, the incidence of jaw osteomyelitis has increased. We report five uncommon cases, with a comprehensive review of etiology and pathology. The correlation between osteonecrosis and osteomyelitis is discussed.

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Published in:Tropical doctor 2022-01, Vol.52 (1), p.125-130
Main Authors: Rahpeyma, Amin, Khajehahmadi, Saeedeh
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Diphosphonates
Humans
Osteomyelitis - diagnosis
Osteomyelitis - epidemiology
Osteomyelitis - etiology
Osteonecrosis - diagnosis
Osteonecrosis - epidemiology
Osteonecrosis - etiology
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Summary:Maxillary osteomyelitis is a rare event. With emergence of bisphosphonates, the incidence of jaw osteomyelitis has increased. We report five uncommon cases, with a comprehensive review of etiology and pathology. The correlation between osteonecrosis and osteomyelitis is discussed.
ISSN:0049-4755
1758-1133
DOI:10.1177/00494755211055271