Osteomyelitis of the Mandible and Maxilla

Abstract

Background: Osteomyelitis can be defined as an inflammatory condition of the bone, which begins as an infection of the medullary cavity, rapidly involves the haversian systems and extends to involve the periosteum of the affected area. Methods: Total of 30 cases of mandible and maxilla osteomyelitis was evaluated with CT scan over period of 12 months in the department of oral and maxillofacial surgery, Mahatma Gandhi dental College & Hospital, Jaipur (Rajasthan). Results: Long-standing localized bone pain was observed in 73.33%, edema (40.00%), purulent discharge (33.33%) osteolytic lesions (80.00%), bone condensation (90.00%), and bone sequestra (63.33%) are the most common clinical and radiographic signs. Conclusion: Osteomyelitis is a multifactorial disease and its presentation varies. Infection of the maxilla and mandible can cause serious complications for the patient such as infection of cranial cavity and brain.

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Ruchika Tiwari

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Ruchika Tiwari (2018). Osteomyelitis of the Mandible and Maxilla. International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR), 3(7), 162-164. https://europub.co.uk./articles/-A-512944