Chronic osteomyelitis of the jaws.
The incidence of osteomyelitis has been greatly reduced since the advent of antibiotics. In many 3rd World countries, however, numerous cases of severe advanced osteomyelitis still present annually. A case of subacute osteomyelitis is reported and the pathology and clinical features of chronic osteomyelitis are reviewed.
D000328:Adult; D002908:Chronic Disease; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008336:Mandibular Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000209:etiology; D008337:Mandibular Fractures / Q000150:complications; D010019:Osteomyelitis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000209:etiology; D011859:Radiography; D013290:Streptococcal Infections / Q000175:diagnosis