Jaw Osteonecrosis Preceded by Dengue Fever - Possible Pathogenetic Mechanism

Purva Prakash Patil1, Jyoti Dilip Bhavthankar1, Mandakini Subhash Mandale1

  • 1Department of Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Government Dental College and Hospital, Dhanvantari Nagar, Ghati Campus, Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India.

Summary

Osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) is a serious condition. This case report suggests dengue virus may be a novel cause of ONJ, highlighting the need for preventive measures.

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