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  • 1Division of Dental Medicine, Medical College of Virginia Hospitals, Richmond 23298.

NCI Monographs : a Publication of the National Cancer Institute
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Osteoradionecrosis (ORN) is a serious complication of head and neck radiation therapy, involving nonhealing bone. Early oral evaluation and hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy can help reduce ORN incidence and treat the condition.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Osteoradionecrosis (ORN) is a severe complication following head and neck radiation therapy.
  • ORN involves nonhealing, dead bone, distinct from infection, resulting from radiation-induced structural and functional bone changes.
  • ORN can manifest months or years after radiation, spontaneously or after injury.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the factors influencing osteoradionecrosis (ORN) incidence.
  • To highlight preventive and therapeutic strategies for ORN.
  • To emphasize the role of oral care and hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy in managing ORN.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current research on osteoradionecrosis (ORN).
  • Identification of predisposing factors for ORN, including radiation dose, fractionation, delivery modality, and dental status.

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  • Evaluation of preventive measures such as pre-radiation dental care and hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy.

    • Main Results:

    • Predisposing factors for ORN include radiation dose, fractionation, delivery modality, and dental status.
    • Early intraoral evaluation, treatment, and adequate healing time before radiation therapy can reduce ORN incidence.
    • Hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy has demonstrated benefits in both preventing and treating ORN.

    Conclusions:

    • Recognizing factors that reduce ORN incidence is crucial for the medical community.
    • Endorsement of comprehensive oral care protocols is essential for patients undergoing radiation therapy.
    • The value of hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy in ORN prevention and treatment should be acknowledged.