Abstract
Inflammatory lesions such as osteomyelitis of the jaw may share some of the radiographic features of malignancy; however, a demonstrable dental cause for it usually exists. In addition, inflammatory lesions generally stimulate a sclerotic bone reaction, which is uncommon in malignancy. The imaging modality of choice for aiding in the differential diagnosis is computed tomography imaging because of its ability to clearly delineate sequestra and periosteal new bone formation.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
5-18-2021
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
https://doi.org/10.1177/01455613211014289
Repository Citation
Omami, Galal, "The Moth-Eaten Mandible: Osteomyelitis" (2021). Oral Health Practice Faculty Publications. 20.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/ohp_facpub/20
Notes/Citation Information
Published in Ear, Nose & Throat Journal.
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