title: Massive osteolysis of the mandible.
abstract: We describe a case of massive osteolysis (MO) of the mandible and review related literature. Massive osteolysis in the craniofacial region is a rare condition characterized by progressive absorption of involved bones leading to craniofacial deformities. Currently, the cause and pathophysiology of MO are unclear, and its management or treatment continues to be based on clinical experiences. In our institution, we treat MO of the mandible with surgery; however, this kind of therapeutic management has been unsuccessful.
authors: Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Medical School, Nanjing University, Nanjing, PR China. orth2008@163.com
authors: Runzhi
authors: R
authors: Deng
authors: Enyi
authors: E
authors: Tang
authors: Minxing
authors: M
authors: Lu
mesh_terms: D001706:Biopsy; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D018450:Disease Progression; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008336:Mandibular Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery*; D008875:Middle Aged; D010015:Osteolysis, Essential / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery*; D011862:Radiography, Panoramic; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods*