What Researchers Did
This case study discusses the technical aspects and applied anatomy of transoral mandibulectomy for advanced osteoradionecrosis, including a detailed case report.
What They Found
The authors found that transoral mandibulectomy is an excellent method for dealing with the difficult problem of advanced osteoradionecrosis. The article also notes encouraging evidence in recent literature concerning hyperbaric oxygen therapy for this condition.
What This Means for Canadian Patients
For Canadian patients suffering from advanced osteoradionecrosis, transoral mandibulectomy may be a viable surgical option to consider. Patients should discuss this procedure and the potential role of hyperbaric oxygen therapy with their healthcare providers to determine the best course of treatment.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection.
Study Limitations
As a case study, this article's findings are limited in generalizability and require further research with larger patient cohorts.