What Researchers Did
Researchers treated 17 patients with osteoradionecrosis of the mandible or maxilla using a modified protocol involving surgery and hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
What They Found
Out of 17 patients treated for osteoradionecrosis with surgery and hyperbaric oxygen, 16 remained symptom free after the initial treatment period. One patient's early treatment failed but was successfully resolved with a free microvascular flap.
What This Means for Canadian Patients
Canadian patients suffering from osteoradionecrosis of the jaw might benefit from this combined surgical and hyperbaric oxygen approach. This treatment could offer a promising option for achieving long-term symptom relief.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection.
Study Limitations
The study was limited by its small sample size and the absence of a control group for comparison.