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Garré's osteomyelitis: a case report
1Faculty of Odontology-UNESP, Araraquara, Sao Paulo, Brazil.
International Endodontic Journal
|May 1, 1992
Summary
Garré's osteomyelitis from a lower left molar infection resolved with root treatment after antibiotics failed. This dental intervention led to complete bony lesion resolution within 18 months.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Surgery
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Garré's osteomyelitis is a rare, non-suppurative sclerosing osteomyelitis of the mandible, often associated with odontogenic infection.
- Antibiotic therapy alone is frequently insufficient for managing complex cases of Garré's osteomyelitis.
Observation:
- A case of Garré's osteomyelitis originating from a lower left molar infection is presented.
- Initial management with antibiotic therapy alone proved unsuccessful in resolving the condition.
Findings:
- Successful management was achieved through root canal treatment of the affected lower left molar.
- Complete resolution of the bony lesion was observed 18 months post-treatment.
Implications:
- Root canal treatment can be a definitive management strategy for Garré's osteomyelitis when odontogenic in origin.
- This case highlights the importance of addressing the primary dental source in managing refractory osteomyelitis of the jaw.