Necrotizing fasciitis secondary to bisphosphonate-induced osteonecrosis of the jaw.
Am J Otolaryngol
; 31(2): 127-9, 2010.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-20015718
ABSTRACT
Osteonecrosis of the jaw is an uncommon consequence of biphosphonate therapy. This has most commonly been a bone complication with little if any soft tissue involvement. An unusual case of necrotizing fasciitis with extensive soft tissue infection stemming from a prolonged case of osteonecrosis of the jaw presented. The management of this patient (aggressive surgical debridement and prolonged wound care) is reviewed as well as the review of the underlying processes.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Osteonecrosis
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Jaw Diseases
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Fasciitis, Necrotizing
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Diphosphonates
Limits:
Aged
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Female
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Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
Am J Otolaryngol
Year:
2010
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
United States