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Amin H, Andersen SWM, Jensen SS, Kofod T. Surgical and conservative treatment outcomes of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw located at tori: a retrospective study. Oral Maxillofac Surg 2024:10.1007/s10006-024-01214-5. [PMID: 38418702 DOI: 10.1007/s10006-024-01214-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2023] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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PURPOSE Tori and exostoses are considered risk factors for the development of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). The aims of this study were to present the prevalence of MRONJ located at tori in the Copenhagen ONJ Cohort, evaluate the surgical treatment of MRONJ located at tori and explore trauma to tori as an additional risk factor in patients on antiresorptive medication. METHODS Data from a consecutive series of 506 patients with MRONJ (Copenhagen ONJ Cohort) were reviewed for the presence of tori and MRONJ located at tori. Demographic and medical data were analyzed, and healing outcomes and pain after the prophylactic removal of tori, surgical treatment of MRONJ located at tori, and conservative treatment of MRONJ located at tori were evaluated and compared using Fisher's exact test. RESULTS MRONJ located at tori was frequent and could be identified in 53% of the patients with tori, which accounts for a prevalence of 5.1% in the entire cohort. Of the 28 surgically treated patients, 27 (96.4%) healed uneventfully with no exposed bone after their first or second revision surgery. Fourteen (41.2%) patients with tori underwent therapeutic removal, eight (23.5%) underwent prophylactic removal, and six (17.6%) underwent both therapeutic and prophylactic removals. Two (33.3%) of the six conservatively treated patients healed spontaneously. Both treatment types resulted in a significant decrease in pain. CONCLUSION Prophylactic and therapeutic surgical removal of tori are reliable treatments and should be considered if a patient's general health allows surgery. TRIAL REGISTRATION The study was approved by the Regional Scientific Ethical Committee (H-6-2013-010) on November 20, 2013, and was retrospectively registered.
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- Hameda Amin
- Department of Odontology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
- Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Copenhagen University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark.
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- Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Copenhagen University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Research Area Oral Surgery, Section for Oral Biology and Immunopathology, Department of Odontology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Copenhagen University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Otsuru M, Fujiki Y, Soutome S, Nakamura N, Miyoshi T, Naruse T, Ohnuma M, Hotokezaka Y, Rokutanda S, Umeda M. Risk factors for dental findings of the development of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw: Investigation of 3734 teeth in cancer patients receiving high dose antiresorptive agents. J Dent Sci 2024; 19:203-210. [PMID: 38303840 PMCID: PMC10829557 DOI: 10.1016/j.jds.2023.04.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2023] [Revised: 04/25/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2024] Open
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Background/purpose Local infection is a risk factor for medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ), along with invasive dental treatment of the bone; the tooth that is the source of infection should be extracted prior to the administration of bone resorption inhibitors. However, which teeth should be extracted remains unclear. This study aimed to determine the relationship between dental findings prior to high-dose antiresorptive agent (ARA) administration and the subsequent development of MRONJ. Materials and methods Patients with cancer who were scheduled to receive high-dose ARAs and referred to our hospital between 2011 and 2020 were included in this retrospective study. Apical lesions, enlargement of the periodontal space, thickening of the lamina dura, alveolar bone resorption of >1/3, periapical osteosclerosis, and local infection symptoms in each tooth were investigated using medical records and panoramic radiographs. Results A total of 172 patients, 329 jaws, and 3734 teeth were registered. MRONJ developed in 68 teeth in 33 jaws of 32 patients. In tooth-by-tooth analysis, fewer teeth (P < 0.001), apical lesions (P < 0.001), periapical osteosclerosis (P < 0.001), local infection symptoms (P = 0.002), and one or more dental findings (P < 0.001) were significant factors for MRONJ development. In jaw-by-jaw analysis, old age, local infection symptoms, and number of radiographic abnormalities per tooth were significant. In patient-by-patient analysis, patients with diabetes and those with fewer teeth developed MRONJ. Conclusion Patients with fewer teeth, apical lesions, periapical osteosclerosis, and local infection were more likely to develop MRONJ. Therefore, these teeth should be treated as much as possible before ARA administration.
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- Mitsunobu Otsuru
- Department of Clinical Oral Oncology, Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Oral Oncology, Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Department of Oral Health, Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Oral Oncology, Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Oral Oncology, Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Oral Oncology, Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Oral Oncology, Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Oral Oncology, Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
- Department of Dentistry and Oral Surgery, Juko Memorial Nagasaki Hospital, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Oral Oncology, Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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Aljohani MH, Aljohani AS, Aljohani RM, Alsharif WK, Nourwali I, Elsayed SA. Medical and Dental Professions' Varying Levels of Awareness Regarding Medication-related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw in Saudi Arabia? A Cross-sectional Study. J Contemp Dent Pract 2024; 25:62-67. [PMID: 38514433 DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/23/2024]
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AIMS This study aimed to assess the awareness of the risk of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) among general dental practitioners (GDPs) and primary care physicians (PCPs), focusing on the clinical implications and coordination of treating or identifying high-risk patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS Two Google Forms electronic questionnaires were distributed to 724 GDPs and 617 PCPs in primary care settings. One for PCPs with eight multiple choice questions and the other for GDPs with 10 multiple choice questions. A clinical case scenario and a section on open-ended comments were included in both questionnaires. The data obtained from each group were statistically analyzed and compared. RESULTS A total of 239 GDPs and 220 PCPs participated in the study, with a response rate of 34.23%. The mean age of participants was 29.5 years and 54.35% were females (51.2% and 57.5% in the GDPs and PCPs group, respectively). Most participants had graduated from Saudi Arabia. Almost all dentists were aware of osteonecrosis of the jaw (95.1%), 68.3% of them were aware of the guidelines regarding bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (BRONJ) and MRONJ, 60.5% rated their general knowledge about MRONJ as very poor to poor, and 91.8% did not know any guidelines regarding BRONJ or MRONJ. Among the participants, 75.3% did not know how MRONJ was present in the oral cavity. A total of 69.9% of participants were unaware of other factors associated with an increased risk of MRONJ. CONCLUSION MRONJ risk awareness varies greatly between dentists who diagnose and manage patients in dental clinics and physicians who write about medicines and therapies. Counseling sessions and greater coordination between dental and medical specialists are strongly suggested while prescribing antiresorptive drugs to prevent the consequent development of MRONJ. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE This study shows a significant lack of knowledge regarding MRONJ among GDPs and PCPs, which may affect the prevention and treatment of patients. Therefore, we urge GDPS and PCPs to take more information from scientific sources on this topic and more cooperation from specialties for the benefit of patients. How to cite this article: Aljohani MH, Aljohani AS, Aljohani RM, et al. Medical and Dental Professions' Varying Levels of Awareness Regarding Medication-related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw in Saudi Arabia? A Cross-sectional Study. J Contemp Dent Pract 2024;25(1):62-67.
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- Marwan Hamed Aljohani
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Diagnostic Sciences, Taibah University, Madinah, Saudi Arabia, Phone: +966569198623, e-mail:
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- Saudi Board of Orthodontics and Maxillofacial Orthopedics, Ohud Specialty Dental Center, MOH, Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Diagnostic Sciences, Taibah University, Madinah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Diagnostic Sciences, Taibah University, Madinah, Saudi Arabia
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Nogueira D, Caldas IM, Dinis-Oliveira RJ. Bisphosphonates and osteonecrosis of the jaws: Clinical and forensic aspects. Arch Oral Biol 2023; 155:105792. [PMID: 37611492 DOI: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2023.105792] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2023] [Revised: 07/30/2023] [Accepted: 08/14/2023] [Indexed: 08/25/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This manuscript aims to provide a comprehensive review of the current knowledge in the pathophysiology, diagnosis, prevention, and other relevant clinical and forensic aspects of a potentially severe complication known as medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) while synthesizing state-of-the-art information on bisphosphonates and introducing a possible differential diagnosis. DESIGN An extensive search was conducted in PubMed (U.S. National Library of Medicine) without a time or language constraint, focusing on the epidemiology, pathophysiology, risk factors, site specificity, signs and symptoms, differential diagnosis, prevention, and forensic aspects of MRONJ. All types of original articles, reviews, case reports, short communications, opinion articles, guidelines, and letters to editors were considered to produce a complete review on this subject. RESULTS MRONJ prevention relies on a multidisciplinary approach and is critical since truly effective treatments are lacking. This therapeutic challenge is partly due to uncertainty regarding this condition's pathophysiology. Differential diagnosis of osteonecrosis of the jaws associated with krokodil abuse, one of the most dangerous and homemade psychoactive illicit substances, should be considered. CONCLUSIONS Further research into the etiology and site specificity of MRONJ is encouraged, aiming to develop novel treatment prospects. Indeed, comprehending this would allow for increased efficacy and therapeutic options while emphasizing the importance of prevention. In addition, we advocate for greater consensus among the various societies regarding MRONJ's treatment and management.
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- Diana Nogueira
- Department of Public Health and Forensic Sciences, and Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal; Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Manuel Pereira da Silva, 4200-393 Porto, Portugal.
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- Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Manuel Pereira da Silva, 4200-393 Porto, Portugal; 1H-TOXRUN, One Health Toxicology Research Unit, University Institute of Health Sciences, CESPU, CRL, 4585-116 Gandra, Portugal; Centre for Functional Ecology (CFE), Department of Life Sciences, University of Coimbra, Calçada Martim de Freitas, 3000-456 Coimbra, Portugal.
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- Department of Public Health and Forensic Sciences, and Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal; 1H-TOXRUN, One Health Toxicology Research Unit, University Institute of Health Sciences, CESPU, CRL, 4585-116 Gandra, Portugal; UCIBIO/REQUIMTE, Laboratory of Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, R. Jorge Viterbo Ferreira, No 228, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal.
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Alrmali A, Saleh MHA, Kurdi SMS, Sabri H, Meghil MM, Wang H. Prevention and management of drug-induced osteonecrosis of the jaws using platelet-rich fibrin: A clinical feasibility study. Clin Exp Dent Res 2023; 9:791-798. [PMID: 37605488 PMCID: PMC10582237 DOI: 10.1002/cre2.775] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2023] [Revised: 08/06/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 08/23/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Although a standard treatment guideline has not been established to date, various treatment modalities have been described in the literature based on the staging of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). The aim of this case series was to describe the outcomes of surgical intervention of MRONJ cases with the adjunctive use of platelet-rich fibrin (PRF). MATERIALS AND METHODS Thirteen patients under therapy with zoledronic acid, seven of them underwent surgical removal of necrotic bone with debridement, followed by placement of three to four PRF membranes and achieving primary closure. In six patients, PRF was used preventively to avoid MRONJ. RESULTS The surgical treatment outcomes were successful in all patients, with a follow-up range of 12-48 months. In the presented cases, the intraoral evaluation showed excellent soft tissue healing except for one patient secondary wound healing was reported. Additionally, there was no recurrence of bone exposure in all cases. PRF membranes were comparatively effective in postsurgical pain control. CONCLUSION The use of PRF could represent a valuable adjunct in the surgical management for advanced stages of MRONJ cases. CLINICAL RELEVANCE This clinical case series describes the use of PRF membranes as a valuable adjunct in the surgical management of MRONJ patients, especially when treating advanced MRONJ cases. Moreover, PRF demonstrates usefulness in preventing such difficult complications from occurring.
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- Abdusalam Alrmali
- Department of Periodontics and Oral MedicineUniversity of Michigan School of DentistryAnn ArborMichiganUSA
- Department of Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryUniversity of Tripoli School of DentistryTripoliLibya
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- Department of Periodontics and Oral MedicineUniversity of Michigan School of DentistryAnn ArborMichiganUSA
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- Department of Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryUniversity of Tripoli School of DentistryTripoliLibya
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- Department of Periodontics and Oral MedicineUniversity of Michigan School of DentistryAnn ArborMichiganUSA
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- Department of PeriodonticsThe Dental College of Georgia at Augusta UniversityAugustaGeorgiaUSA
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- Department of Periodontics and Oral MedicineUniversity of Michigan School of DentistryAnn ArborMichiganUSA
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Aljohani S. Awareness, perceptions and attitudes toward medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw among physicians who treat osteoporosis. Saudi Pharm J 2023; 31:101707. [PMID: 37546526 PMCID: PMC10400911 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsps.2023.101707] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2023] [Accepted: 07/18/2023] [Indexed: 08/08/2023] Open
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Osteoporosis is the most common indication for antiresorptive drugs (ARDs). Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is a severe complication of ARDs. Multiple risk factors can increase the risk of MRONJ, one of which is the duration of ARD intake, which is usually prolonged for osteoporosis cases. Prevention of MRONJ relies on collaborative care between treating physicians and dental practitioners. Therefore, knowledge about MRONJ and its prevention strategies is crucial for both teams. Aim This study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitudes of physicians toward MRONJ in osteoporosis patients. Another aim was to develop recommendations for the prevention of MRONJ. Materials and methods Through an online survey, basic information such as the practice location, training, knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes of physicians regarding ARDs and MRONJ in osteoporosis patients was collected. Statistical analysis was performed for all variables, and their correlations were explored. Results A total of 221 physicians participated in the survey: 34.8% were rheumatologists, 25.3% were endocrinologists, 8.6% were family medicine physicians, 5.9% were orthopedists, and 5.9% were internal medicine physicians. Of them, 58.0% reported more than 6 years of experience. Only 78.7% were aware of MRONJ and recognized that bisphosphonates (BPs) can contribute to MRONJ. In contrast, 56.0% recognized denosumab as a causative factor for MRONJ. Duration of ARD therapy and pre- and post-ARD dental care were known to influence the risk of MRONJ by 62% and 65.6% of the participants, respectively. Only 41.6% and 31.2% of participants informed patients about MRONJ prior to BP and denosumab therapy, respectively. Only 25.3% and 20.8% referred patients to dentists before BP and denosumab therapy, respectively. Overall, 65.6% of the participants had a negative attitude toward MRONJ, and 34.4% had a positive attitude. A positive attitude was mostly observed among rheumatologists (55.8%) compared to other specialists (p <0.001). More years of experience were associated with a higher level of knowledge and positive attitude. Conclusion The findings of this study identified a notable gap in the awareness, knowledge and attitudes of physicians regarding MRONJ in osteoporosis patients. Continuing education programs about ARDs and MRONJ risk are highly recommended.
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Bracchi P, Zecca E, Brunelli C, Miceli R, Tinè G, Maniezzo M, Lo Dico S, Caputo M, Shkodra M, Caraceni AT. A real-world study on the prevalence and risk factors of medication related osteonecrosis of the jaw in cancer patients with bone metastases treated with Denosumab. Cancer Med 2023; 12:18317-18326. [PMID: 37559413 PMCID: PMC10523953 DOI: 10.1002/cam4.6429] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2023] [Revised: 07/27/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 08/11/2023] Open
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AIM Assessing the incidence of Medication Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (MRONJ) in cancer patients with bone metastases receiving Denosumab (Dmab) and identifying potential risk factors. METHODS A retrospective observational study on consecutive cancer patients with bone metastases, who received at least one dose of Dmab and one follow-up visit. MRONJ crude cumulative incidence (CCI) was estimated considering death without MRONJ as competing event. Multiple regression models were used to study the association between MRONJ incidence and potential risk factors: age, cancer diagnosis, previous bisphosphonates, dental treatments before starting Dmab, extraction or other dental treatment during Dmab, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and antiangiogenic (AA) agents concurrent use. RESULTS On 780 patients included (median follow-up 17 months), 54% and 18% had, respectively, breast and prostate cancer. The mean number of Dmab administration was 12. Fifty-six patients developed MRONJ with a 24- and a 48-month crude cumulative incidence of 5.7% (95% Cl: 4.2%-7.8%) and 9.8% (95% CI: 7.6%-12.7%), respectively. Higher MRONJ incidence was significantly associated with middle aged group (>56 and ≤73), both at univariate and multivariate analysis (p = 0.029 and 0.0106). Dental treatments (Hazard Ratio [HR] = 3.67; p = 0.0001), dental extractions (HR = 23.40; p < 0.0001), and previous BP administration (HR = 2.62; p = 0.0024) were significantly associated with higher MRONJ incidence at multivariate Cox analysis. Although not statistically significant, MRONJ incidence was lower for patients receiving chemotherapy or hormone therapy and higher for those receiving AAs. CONCLUSIONS The results confirm a clinically relevant incidence of Dmab-induced MRONJ. Dental treatments, especially extraction, during and before Dmab, constitute a serious risk factor. The role of AA concurrent administration deserves further investigations.
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- Paola Bracchi
- Palliative Care, Pain Therapy and Rehabilitation UnitFondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei TumoriMilanoItaly
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- Palliative Care, Pain Therapy and Rehabilitation UnitFondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei TumoriMilanoItaly
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- Palliative Care, Pain Therapy and Rehabilitation UnitFondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei TumoriMilanoItaly
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- Biostatistics for Clinical ResearchFondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei TumoriMilanoItaly
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- Biostatistics for Clinical ResearchFondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei TumoriMilanoItaly
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- Odontostomatology UnitFondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei TumoriMilanoItaly
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- Palliative Care, Pain Therapy and Rehabilitation UnitFondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei TumoriMilanoItaly
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- Palliative Care, Pain Therapy and Rehabilitation UnitFondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei TumoriMilanoItaly
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- Palliative Care, Pain Therapy and Rehabilitation UnitFondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei TumoriMilanoItaly
- Institute of Clinical MedicineUniversity of OsloOsloNorway
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- Palliative Care, Pain Therapy and Rehabilitation UnitFondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei TumoriMilanoItaly
- Department of Clinical Sciences and Community HealthUniversità degli Studi di MilanoMilanItaly
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Kazmi SMR, Siddiqui HK, Khan FR, Khan SRA. Knowledge, attitudes and practices of physicians and dentists on medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw: a cross-sectional survey. Br Dent J 2023:10.1038/s41415-023-5852-3. [PMID: 37225843 DOI: 10.1038/s41415-023-5852-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2022] [Revised: 01/16/2023] [Accepted: 01/23/2023] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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Background Bisphosphonate medication can cause osteonecrosis of the jaw, which is an uncommon but serious complication. This survey explores the knowledge, attitudes and practices of dentists and physicians regarding medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ).Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted among physicians and dentists of Pakistan's secondary and tertiary care hospitals between March and June 2021. Data were collected through a web-based questionnaire distributed among the eligible clinicians involved in prescribing bisphosphonates to patients or management of osteonecrosis. SPSS Statistics 23.0 was used for the data analysis. The frequencies and proportions of the descriptive variables were reported.Results A response rate of 29% was achieved. Only six dentists (n = 6/61; 9.8%) were aware that mammalian target of rapamycin inhibitors could lead to osteonecrosis. Only one-third (n = 9/26; 34.6%) of physicians informed their patients about the possible side effects of bisphosphonates. The most commonly identified risk factor among them was the duration of the drug (n = 77/87; 88.5%) and the least identified was gender (n = 34/87; 39.0%).Conclusions Our study revealed insufficient knowledge among the respondents about the recently updated established guidelines available on MRONJ. The majority of physicians don't refer patients to dentists before prescribing bisphosphonates and other associated medications.
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- Syed Murtaza Raza Kazmi
- Assistant Professor, Prosthodontics, Dental Section, Department of Surgery, Aga Khan University, Pakistan.
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- Assistant Professor, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dental Section, Department of Surgery, Aga Khan University, Pakistan
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- Associate Professor, Operative Dentistry and Endodontics, Dental Section, Department of Surgery, Aga Khan University, Pakistan
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- Resident, Dental Section, Department of Surgery, Aga Khan University, Pakistan
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D’Agostino S, Valentini G, Dolci M, Ferrara E. Potential Relationship between Poor Oral Hygiene and MRONJ: An Observational Retrospective Study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:5402. [PMID: 37048016 PMCID: PMC10094150 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20075402] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2023] [Revised: 03/20/2023] [Accepted: 03/31/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is a drug-related side effect linked but not limited to antiresorptive and antiangiogenic molecules. It recognizes several triggers in dental procedures, such as surgery, endodontic treatments, and root planing, but also prosthesis decubitus or with a spontaneous onset. Although there are many reports about the onset of this pathology, oral hygiene status is mainly described as a consequence of MRONJ. Not so much is known about the oral hygiene situation as a concurrent factor in the pathogenesis of severe stages and about non-surgical periodontal therapy in patients affected by MRONJ. Actually, clear instructions for non-surgical periodontal therapy are poor in the literature. The primary outcome of the present study is to evaluate the oral hygiene status in MRONJ patients. In addition, a secondary outcome is to review the factor of poor oral hygiene as a cause or worsening aspect for MRONJ. A total of 45 subjects (19 males and 26 females) with a mean age of 59 ± 12 were enrolled. The Pearson correlation coefficient showed no significant results for the variable of the Simplified Oral Hygiene Index (OHI-S) and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) stage, although the majority of patients showed poor oral hygiene with an OHI-S average of 3.39 ± 1.83. As stated by the last AAOMS position paper, poor plaque control is related to a worsened MRONJ stage. The relation between the lack of oral hygiene and MRONJ onset is still unclear.
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- Silvia D’Agostino
- Complex Unit of Odontostomatology, Interdisciplinary Department of Medicine, University Aldo Moro of Bari, 70121 Bari, Italy
- Department of Medical, Oral and Biotechnological Sciences, University Gabriele d’Annunzio, 66100 Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Medical, Oral and Biotechnological Sciences, University Gabriele d’Annunzio, 66100 Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Medical, Oral and Biotechnological Sciences, University Gabriele d’Annunzio, 66100 Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Medical, Oral and Biotechnological Sciences, University Gabriele d’Annunzio, 66100 Chieti, Italy
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Ristow O, Schnug G, Smielowksi M, Moratin J, Pilz M, Engel M, Freudlsperger C, Hoffmann J, Rückschloß T. Diagnostic accuracy comparing OPT and CBCT in the detection of non-vital bone changes before tooth extractions in patients with antiresorptive intake. Oral Dis 2023; 29:1039-1049. [PMID: 34637576 DOI: 10.1111/odi.14048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2021] [Revised: 09/13/2021] [Accepted: 10/07/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To compare the diagnostic accuracy in detecting early non-vital bone changes between orthopantomography (OPT) and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) in correlation with histopathological findings before tooth extractions in patients with antiresorptive (AR) intake. SUBJECTS Patients with an indication tooth extraction who had received OPT and CBCT preoperatively while or after undergoing AR treatment were prospectively enrolled over a 24-month period in the progesterone in spontaneous miscarriage (PRISM) trial. Imaging studies were randomly analyzed by three examiners for early non-vital bone changes using specific predefined characteristics and a 5-level scale (1 definite absence of criteria to 5 definite presence of criteria). Sensitivity and specificity values were calculated in correlation with the histopathologically evaluated bone samples at the time point of tooth extraction. RESULTS One hundred thirty patients with 237 treated extraction sites met the inclusion criteria. For all images evaluated by all examiners, CBCT (430/492; 87.4%; receiver operating characteristic [ROC]: area under the curve [AUC] = 0.88; p < 0.001) was more likely to detect histopathologically confirmed non-vital bone than the OPT (132/492; 26.8%; ROC: AUC = 0.562; p = 0.115). CONCLUSIONS In the detection of non-vital bone changes, CBCT is superior to OPT in both sensitivity and specificity. Specific imaging characteristics allow for the prediction of early non-vital bone changes already at the time before tooth extractions.
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- Oliver Ristow
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Biometry and Informatics, Department of Biometry, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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Kasper R, Scheurer M, Pietzka S, Sakkas A, Schramm A, Wilde F, Ebeling M. MRONJ of the Mandible—From Decortication to a Complex Jaw Reconstruction Using a CAD/CAM-Guided Bilateral Scapula Flap. Medicina (B Aires) 2023; 59:medicina59030535. [PMID: 36984535 PMCID: PMC10052135 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59030535] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2023] [Revised: 02/26/2023] [Accepted: 03/03/2023] [Indexed: 03/12/2023] Open
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Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) has been an integral part of the maxillofacial patient population for some time. The therapeutic concept ranges from conservative approaches over less extended decortications to major jaw resections, which can result in a considerable loss of quality of life. Based on three case reports, this paper presents the long-term history of patients with MRONJ of the mandible, whose disease ultimately resulted in partial or total mandibular resection and subsequent multisegmental reconstruction using a microvascular anastomosed bone flap. Furthermore, a suitable alternative for complex mandibular reconstruction is demonstrated when using a free fibula flap is not possible. The options are limited, particularly when multisegmental restoration of mandibular continuity is required. One case presents a mandible reconstruction using a CAD/CAM-guided bilateral scapular free flap (CAD/CAM = Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing), which has not been described for this purpose before. Due to the complexity, computer-assisted surgery and patient-specific implants seem reasonable, which is why a special focus was applied to this topic.
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- Robin Kasper
- Department of Oral and Plastic Maxillofacial Surgery, Military Hospital Ulm, Academic Hospital of the University of Ulm, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Plastic Maxillofacial Surgery, Military Hospital Ulm, Academic Hospital of the University of Ulm, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Plastic Maxillofacial Surgery, Military Hospital Ulm, Academic Hospital of the University of Ulm, 89081 Ulm, Germany
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital Ulm, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Plastic Maxillofacial Surgery, Military Hospital Ulm, Academic Hospital of the University of Ulm, 89081 Ulm, Germany
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital Ulm, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Plastic Maxillofacial Surgery, Military Hospital Ulm, Academic Hospital of the University of Ulm, 89081 Ulm, Germany
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital Ulm, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Plastic Maxillofacial Surgery, Military Hospital Ulm, Academic Hospital of the University of Ulm, 89081 Ulm, Germany
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital Ulm, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Plastic Maxillofacial Surgery, Military Hospital Ulm, Academic Hospital of the University of Ulm, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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Evaluation of Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (MRONJ) in Terms of Staging and Treatment Strategies by Dental Students at Different Educational Levels. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 59:medicina59020252. [PMID: 36837455 PMCID: PMC9962432 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59020252] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2022] [Revised: 01/15/2023] [Accepted: 01/23/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Background: The role of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) as a dento-maxillo-facial pathology is becoming increasingly important due to its growing prevalence. The success of preventive and therapeutic measures relies mainly on the dentist's ability to correctly diagnose the disease. Methods: The aim of this study was to evaluate the skills of dental students of different educational levels in choosing the correct stage, diagnostics, and treatment option for MRONJ based on clinical and radiographic imaging (panoramic radiograph, CBCT). The study was designed as a cross-sectional cohort study. Twenty dental students were asked to complete a questionnaire in their third and fifth year of studies in which they had to correctly stage the disease, choose the radiological diagnostics and recommend the treatment. The control group contained experienced oral and maxillofacial surgeons. Results: With an overall performance of 59% (third year: 145.2/248 points; fifth year: 145.3/248 points), no statistically significant difference between the educational levels could be observed. The classification based on CBCT imaging was significantly more often correct compared to panoramic radiographs (p < 0.001). Conclusions: This study highlights students' lack of knowledge in staging, diagnostics, and treatment of MRONJ, even though the CBCT positively affected decision-making. No significant increase in knowledge could be confirmed through clinical education. This study highlights the need for students to catch up on MRONJ diagnostics and treatment planning. Further expansion of teaching in this disease's context and X-ray diagnostics is needed.
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Kochar SP, Reche A, Paul P. The Etiology and Management of Dental Implant Failure: A Review. Cureus 2022; 14:e30455. [DOI: 10.7759/cureus.30455] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2022] [Accepted: 10/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Tam T, Smith E, Lozoya E, Heers H, Andrew Allred P. Roadmap for new practitioners to navigate the multiple myeloma landscape. Heliyon 2022; 8:e10586. [PMID: 36164513 PMCID: PMC9508512 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e10586] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2022] [Revised: 08/17/2022] [Accepted: 09/05/2022] [Indexed: 10/25/2022] Open
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Multiple myeloma (MM) is a blood cancer in which monoclonal plasma cells cause end organ damage resulting in hypercalcemia, renal failure, anemia, and bone lesions. MM is considered incurable, however, recent advances in treatment have improved survival. Historically, MM has been treated with immunomodulatory drugs (IMiDs), proteosome inhibitors (PIs), and corticosteroids. While newer therapeutic approaches such as monoclonal antibodies and cellular therapies have broadened the treatment horizon, the selection and sequencing of these therapies has become more complex. This review aims to help advanced practice providers navigate through the diagnosis, staging, treatment, and supportive care considerations in the MM space.
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- Tiffany Tam
- Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2946 E Banner Gateway Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85295, United States
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- Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2946 E Banner Gateway Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85295, United States
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- Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2946 E Banner Gateway Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85295, United States
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- Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2946 E Banner Gateway Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85295, United States
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- Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2946 E Banner Gateway Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85295, United States
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Ruggiero SL, Dodson TB, Aghaloo T, Carlson ER, Ward BB, Kademani D. American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons' Position Paper on Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaws-2022 Update. J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2022; 80:920-943. [PMID: 35300956 DOI: 10.1016/j.joms.2022.02.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 262] [Impact Index Per Article: 131.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2021] [Revised: 02/15/2022] [Accepted: 02/15/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Strategies for management of patients with, or at risk for, medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaws (MRONJ) - formerly referred to as bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaws (BRONJ)-were set forth in the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) position papers in 2007, 2009 and 2014. The position papers were developed by a committee appointed by the AAOMS Board of Trustees and comprising clinicians with extensive experience in caring for these patients, as well as clinical and basic science researchers. The knowledge base and experience in addressing MRONJ continues to evolve and expand, necessitating modifications and refinements to the previous position papers. Three members of the AAOMS Committee on Oral, Head, and Neck Oncologic and Reconstructive Surgery (COHNORS) and three authors of the 2014 position paper were appointed to serve as a working group to analyze the current literature and revise the guidance as indicated to reflect current knowledge in this field. This update contains revisions to diagnosis and management strategies and highlights the current research status. AAOMS maintains that it is vitally important for this information to be disseminated to other relevant healthcare professionals and organizations.
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- Salvatore L Ruggiero
- Clinical Professor, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine, Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine, New York Center for Orthognathic and Maxillofacial Surgery, Lake Success, NY.
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- Professor and Chair, University of Washington School of Dentistry, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Seattle, Wash
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- Professor, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, UCLA School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, Calif
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- Professor and Kelly L. Krahwinkel Endowed Chairman, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville, Tenn
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- Chalmers J Lyons Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Associate Professor of Dentistry, Chair of the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery/Hospital Dentistry in the School of Dentistry and Associate Professor of Surgery for the Medical School, University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor, Mich
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- Chief of Staff North Memorial Health, Fellowship Director, Oral/Head and Neck Oncologic and Reconstructive Surgery Attending Surgeon, North Memorial Health and the University of Minnesota. Private practice, Minnesota Oral and Facial Surgery and Minnesota Head and Neck Surgery, Minneapolis, Minn
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Huang YF, Lin KC, Liu SP, Chang CT, Muo CH, Chang PJ, Tsai CH, Wu CZ. The association between the severity of periodontitis and osteonecrosis of the jaw in patients with different cancer locations: a nationwide population-based study. Clin Oral Investig 2022; 26:3843-3852. [PMID: 35482084 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-021-04175-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2021] [Accepted: 08/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To determine the relation between the severity of periodontitis and osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) occurrence among different cancer locations and estimate the effect of dental care on ONJ prevention in cancer patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS This population-based cross-sectional study was conducted through the Longitudinal Health Insurance Database, Taiwan. Patients with malignancies were collected and subdivided into groups according to their different cancer locations, the severity of periodontitis, and dental care. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was performed to assess the associations between ONJ and ONJ-related factors. RESULTS A total of 8,234 ONJ patients and 32,912 control patients were investigated. Lip, oral cavity, and pharynx malignancies had the highest ONJ risk among all cancer locations (OR from 3.07 to 9.56, P < 0.01). There is a linear relationship between different severities of periodontitis and ONJ. Patients with radiotherapy and severe periodontitis had the highest ONJ risk (adjusted OR, 9.56; 95% CI, 5.34-17.1). Patients with good dental care had a lower ONJ risk. CONCLUSIONS The periodontal condition and cancer location showed a significant impact on the risk of developing ONJ after adjusting for bisphosphonate use. Good dental care could decrease the risk of ONJ in cancer patients. The severity of periodontitis might be a target to predict the potency of ONJ. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Dentists must be vigilant about the increased risk of ONJ in cancer patients with periodontitis, especially in the head and neck cancer population. Good dental care is advised for cancer patients with severe periodontitis.
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- Yi-Fang Huang
- Department of General Dentistry, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, 33305, Taiwan
- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, No. 250, Wu-Hsing St., Xinyi Dist, Taipei, 11031, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Science, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, 33302, Taiwan
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- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, No. 250, Wu-Hsing St., Xinyi Dist, Taipei, 11031, Taiwan
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Wan Fang Hospital, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 11696, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Basic Medical Science, China Medical University, Taichung, 40402, Taiwan
- Center for Neuropsychiatry, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, 40402, Taiwan
- Department of Social Work, Asia University, Taichung, 41354, Taiwan
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- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, No. 250, Wu-Hsing St., Xinyi Dist, Taipei, 11031, Taiwan
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Far Eastern Memorial Hospital, Taipei, 22056, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Medicine, Yuan Ze University, Taoyuan, 32003, Taiwan
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- Management Office for Health Data, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, 40402, Taiwan
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- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, No. 250, Wu-Hsing St., Xinyi Dist, Taipei, 11031, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Clinical Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung, 40402, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, 40402, Taiwan
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- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, No. 250, Wu-Hsing St., Xinyi Dist, Taipei, 11031, Taiwan.
- Department of Dentistry, Taipei Medical University Hospital, Taipei, 11031, Taiwan.
- Department of Dentistry, Lotung Poh-Ai Hospital, Yilan, 26546, Taiwan.
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Anastasilakis AD, Pepe J, Napoli N, Palermo A, Magopoulos C, Khan AA, Zillikens MC, Body JJ. Osteonecrosis of the Jaw and Antiresorptive Agents in Benign and Malignant Diseases: A Critical Review Organized by the ECTS. J Clin Endocrinol Metab 2022; 107:1441-1460. [PMID: 34922381 PMCID: PMC9016445 DOI: 10.1210/clinem/dgab888] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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CONTEXT Antiresorptive therapy significantly reduces fracture risk in patients with benign bone disease and skeletal-related events (SREs) in patients with bone metastases (BM). Osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) is a rare but severe condition manifested as necrotic bone lesion or lesions of the jaws. ONJ has been linked to the use of potent antiresorptive agents, termed medication-related ONJ (MRONJ). OBJECTIVE We aimed to identify the differences various aspects of MRONJ among distinct patient categories and provide recommendations on how to mitigate the risk and optimally manage MRONJ in each of them. METHODS A working group of the European Calcified Tissue Society (ECTS) and 2 experts performed an updated detailed review of existing literature on MRONJ incidence, characteristics, and treatment applied in bone diseases with variable severity of skeletal insult, ranging from osteoporosis to prevention of cancer treatment-induced bone loss and SREs in cancer patients with BM. RESULTS The risk for MRONJ is much higher in patients with advanced malignancies compared to those with benign bone diseases because of the higher doses and more frequent administration of antiresorptive agents in individuals with compromised general health, along with coadministration of other medications that predispose to MRONJ. The overall risk for MRONJ is considerably lower than the benefits in all categories of patients. CONCLUSION The risk for MRONJ largely depends on the underlying bone disease and the relevant antiresorptive regimen applied. Physicians and dentists should keep in mind that the benefits of antiresorptive therapy far outweigh the risk for MRONJ development.
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- Athanasios D Anastasilakis
- Department of Endocrinology, 424 General Military Hospital, 564 29 N Efkarpia Thessaloniki, Greece
- Correspondence: Athanasios D. Anastasilakis, PhD, Department of Endocrinology, 424 General Military Hospital, Ring Rd, 564 29 N Efkarpia, Thessaloniki, Greece.
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- Department of Clinical, Internal, Anesthesiology and Cardiovascular Sciences, “Sapienza” University of Rome, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Endocrinology and Diabetes, Departmental Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome, 00128 Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Endocrinology and Diabetes, Departmental Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome, 00128 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 424 General Military Hospital, 56429 Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism and Geriatrics, McMaster University, L8N3Z5 Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Bone Center, Department of Internal Medicine, Erasmus MC, 2040 Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Medicine, CHU Brugmann, Université Libre de Bruxelles, 1050 Brussels, Belgium
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Choi Y, Park H, Hong N, Rhee Y, Park W. Qualitative focus group interview study of communication between patients, dentists and physicians for efficient osteonecrosis of the jaw practices. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e051054. [PMID: 35318228 PMCID: PMC8943776 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-051054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To investigate problems and the current status of existing methods of communication between patients, dentists and physicians for the prevention and treatment of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). DESIGN A focus group interview study with a descriptive design using qualitative content analysis of transcripts. SETTING Secondary care in Korea. PARTICIPANTS 3 patient groups and 4 health professional groups in a total of 32 participants including patients with osteoporosis or bone metastasis, dentists and physicians. RESULTS This study revealed that patients lacked medical knowledge of osteoporosis drugs, whereas dentists and physicians lacked each other's expertise. All patients reported undergoing dental treatments during the osteoporosis drug treatment, but dentists and physicians had different MRONJ experiences depending on their work setting in primary or secondary care. Patients expressed dissatisfaction with the current system of communication with health professionals via letter as they found this to be a slow process. Dentists and physicians reported the need for effective communication because they felt defensive when sending and receiving medical consults. CONCLUSIONS Despite the low incidence of MRONJ among patients with osteoporosis, it is difficult to treat; thus, it is necessary to inform dentists, physicians and patients about the importance of MRONJ prevention. To this end, close communication among all involved stakeholders about osteoporosis drugs is required.
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- Yiseul Choi
- Department of Advanced General Dentistry and Human Identification Research Institute, Yonsei University College of Dentistry, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Endocrine Research Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Endocrine Research Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Endocrine Research Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Advanced General Dentistry and Institute for Innovation in Digital Healthcare, Yonsei University College of Dentistry, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Mauceri R, Coniglio R, Abbinante A, Carcieri P, Tomassi D, Panzarella V, Di Fede O, Bertoldo F, Fusco V, Bedogni A, Campisi G. The preventive care of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ): a position paper by Italian experts for dental hygienists. Support Care Cancer 2022; 30:6429-6440. [PMID: 35292850 PMCID: PMC9213300 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-022-06940-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2021] [Accepted: 02/25/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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PURPOSE The prevention and early diagnosis of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is fundamental to reducing the incidence and progression of MRONJ. Many in the field believe that dental hygienists should play an integral role in primary and secondary MRONJ prevention. However, to date, very few publications in the literature have proposed standardised MRONJ protocols, which are dedicated to dental hygienists. The aim of this study was to provide guidance to the health care providers managing MRONJ. METHODS The expert opinion in this study was developed by dental hygienists from the main Italian technical-scientific associations (Italian Dental Hygienists Association, AIDI and National Union of Dental Hygienists, UNID) and authors of the latest Italian recommendations regarding MRONJ from the field of dentistry and maxillofacial surgery. RESULTS The oral care protocol outlined in this position paper is focused on the role of dental hygienist in patients at risk or affected by MRONJ, and it regards 3 main issues: primary prevention, secondary prevention and supporting the treatment of MRONJ. Each issue contains easy-to-apply indications and procedures, as described by the authors, regarding the role of the dental hygienist. CONCLUSION Referring to the main issues under consideration (primary prevention, secondary prevention and the treatment of MRONJ), a clinical examination of periodontal tissue is critical in preventing MRONJ. It is the opinion of the authors of this study that the application of a periodontal screening score is fundamental in defining personalised strategies for patients at risk of MRONJ. By means of these basic procedures, a protocol for assisting the health care provider and the presentation of a practical approach for patients at risk or affected by MRONJ are described in this study.
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- Rodolfo Mauceri
- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Oral Sciences (Di.Chir.On.S.), University of Palermo, Via L. Giuffrè 5, 90127, Palermo, PA, Italy. .,Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences, Morphological and Functional Images, University of Messina, Messina, Italy. .,Department of Dental Surgery, Faculty of Dental Surgery, University of Malta, Msida, Malta.
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- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Oral Sciences (Di.Chir.On.S.), University of Palermo, Via L. Giuffrè 5, 90127, Palermo, PA, Italy
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- Italian Dental Hygienists Association - AIDI, Aosta, Italy.,Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, Complex Operating Unit of Odontostomatology, Aldo Moro University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, CIR-Dental School, Oral Medicine Section, University of Turin, Turin, Italy.,CIR-Dental School, Oral Prevention and Community Dentistry, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy.,National Union of Dental Hygienists - UNID, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Oral Sciences (Di.Chir.On.S.), University of Palermo, Via L. Giuffrè 5, 90127, Palermo, PA, Italy
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- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Oral Sciences (Di.Chir.On.S.), University of Palermo, Via L. Giuffrè 5, 90127, Palermo, PA, Italy
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- Oncology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera Di Alessandria SS, Antonio e Biagio E Cesare Arrigo, Alessandria, Italy
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- Regional Center for Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment of Medication and Radiation-Related Bone Diseases of the Head and Neck, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Oral Sciences (Di.Chir.On.S.), University of Palermo, Via L. Giuffrè 5, 90127, Palermo, PA, Italy
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Bansal H. Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw: An update. Natl J Maxillofac Surg 2022; 13:5-10. [PMID: 35911799 PMCID: PMC9326203 DOI: 10.4103/njms.njms_236_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2020] [Revised: 12/24/2020] [Accepted: 03/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Antiresorptive medications, such as bisphosphonates and denosumab, are an important class of medication used to treat a wide range of diseases from osteoporosis to multiple myeloma. Unfortunately, they are also associated with a rare but devastating side effect – medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). First reported in 2003, much research has been done into the area; however, the exact pathophysiology continues to elude clinicians and researchers. What has been ascertained is that intravenous treatment, duration of treatment, and tooth extraction are major risk factors. Staging and treatment guidelines have been proposed; however, there has been no universal acceptance, and clinicians rely on various position papers. Over the next 30 years, the aging population is set to double, and with it, the prescription of antiresorptive medication and incidence of MRONJ will undoubtedly increase. In 2013, Gupta et al. published a paper on bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw; however, there have many changes since then. This paper aims to provide a succinct update on those changes.
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Aguirre JI, Castillo EJ, Kimmel DB. Preclinical models of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). Bone 2021; 153:116184. [PMID: 34520898 PMCID: PMC8743993 DOI: 10.1016/j.bone.2021.116184] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2021] [Revised: 08/15/2021] [Accepted: 09/07/2021] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is a potentially severe adverse event affecting patients with cancer and patients with osteoporosis who have been treated with powerful antiresorptives (pARs) or angiogenesis inhibitors (AgIs). pARs, including nitrogen-containing bisphosphonates (N-BPs; e.g., zoledronic acid, alendronate) and anti-RANKL antibodies (e.g., denosumab), are used to manage bone metastases in patients with cancer or to prevent fragility fractures in patients with osteoporosis. Though significant advances have been made in understanding MRONJ, its pathophysiology is still not fully elucidated. Multiple species have been used in preclinical MRONJ research, including the rat, mouse, rice rat, rabbit, dog, sheep, and pig. Animal research has contributed immensely to advancing the MRONJ field, particularly, but not limited to, in developing models and investigating risk factors that were first observed in humans. MRONJ models have been developed using clinically relevant doses of systemic risk factors, like N-BPs, anti-RANKL antibodies, or AgIs. Specific local oral risk factors first noted in humans, including tooth extraction and inflammatory dental disease (e.g., periodontitis, periapical infection, etc.), were then added. Research in rodents, particularly the rat, and, to some extent, the mouse, across multiple laboratories, has contributed to establishing multiple relevant and complementary preclinical models. Models in larger species produced accurate clinical and histopathologic outcomes suggesting a potential role for confirming specific crucial findings from rodent research. We view the current state of animal models for MRONJ as good. The rodent models are now reliable enough to produce large numbers of MRONJ cases that could be applied in experiments testing treatment modalities. The course of MRONJ, including stage 0 MRONJ, is characterized well enough that basic studies of the molecular or enzyme-level findings in different MRONJ stages are possible. This review provides a current overview of the existing models of MRONJ, their more significant features and findings, and important instances of their application in preclinical research.
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- J I Aguirre
- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida (UF), Gainesville, FL, United States of America.
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida (UF), Gainesville, FL, United States of America.
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida (UF), Gainesville, FL, United States of America
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Risk factors associated with onset of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw in patients treated with denosumab. Clin Oral Investig 2021; 26:2839-2852. [PMID: 34812959 PMCID: PMC8898220 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-021-04261-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2021] [Accepted: 10/23/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Objectives While risk factors of bisphosphonate (BP) associated osteonecrosis of the jaw have been properly analyzed, studies focusing on risk factors associated with denosumab (DNO) are sparse. The purpose of this study was to identify risk factors influencing the onset of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) in patients receiving antiresorptive treatment (ART) with DNO by comparing patients suffering from MRONJ and patients without MRONJ. Multiple variables were evaluated including the impact of a previous BP intake. Materials and methods A retrospective single-center cohort study with patients receiving DNO was conducted. One-hundred twenty-eight patients were included and divided into three groups: I (control, n = 40) receiving DNO with absence of MRONJ; group II (Test 1, n = 46), receiving DNO with presence of MRONJ; and group III (Test 2, n = 42) sequentially receiving BP and DNO with presence of MRONJ. Patients’ medical history, focusing on the identification of MRONJ risk factors, was collected and evaluated. Parameters were sex, age, smoking habit, alcohol consumption, underlying disease (cancer type, osteoporosis), internal diseases, additional chemo/hormonal therapy, oral inflammation, and trauma. Results The following risk factors were identified to increase MRONJ onset significantly in patients treated with DNO: chemo/hormonal therapy (p = 0.02), DNO dosage (p < 0.01), breast cancer (p = 0.03), intake of corticosteroids (p = 0.04), hypertension (p = 0.02), diabetes mellitus (p = 0.04), periodontal disease (p = 0.03), apical ostitis (p = 0.02), and denture use (p = 0.02). A medication switch did not affect MRONJ development (p = 0.86). Conclusions Malignant diseases, additional chemotherapy, DNO dosage, and oral inflammations as well as diabetes mellitus and hypertension influence MRONJ onset in patients treated with DNO significantly. Clinical relevance Patients receiving ART with DNO featuring aforementioned risk factors have a higher risk of MRONJ onset. These patients need a sound and regular prophylaxis in order to prevent the onset of MRONJ under DNO treatment.
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Bacci C, Cerrato A, Bardhi E, Frigo AC, Djaballah SA, Sivolella S. A retrospective study on the incidence of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaws (MRONJ) associated with different preventive dental care modalities. Support Care Cancer 2021; 30:1723-1729. [PMID: 34580783 PMCID: PMC8727393 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-021-06587-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2021] [Accepted: 09/21/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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Purpose To assess the efficacy of different preventive dental visits and treatments in reducing the risk of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaws (MRONJ). Methods In this retrospective study, patients diagnosed with MRONJ were divided into 5 groups based on available data: no preventive dental visits (group 0); dental visits and compliance with recommended treatments, at the university hospital’s dental clinic (group 1) or maxillofacial surgery unit (group 2), or at a private dentist’s (group 3); dental visits at one of the above and noncompliance with proposed treatments (group 4); patients judged eligible by the oncologist on panoramic radiography (group 5). Patients were classified on severity of MRONJ according to the Italian SIPMO/SICMF 2.0 staging system. A descriptive analysis was performed on the results. Fisher’s exact test was applied (p < 0.05). Results Ninety-three patients diagnosed with MRONJ were considered for the study, but 22 were excluded due to a lack of data, leaving a sample of 71 cases. MRONJ staging was only 0 for some patients (26.92%) in group 0. In all groups, the majority of patients had stage 2 MRONJ. The proportions of cases in stage 3 were 7.69% in group 0, 18.18% in group 3, and 43.48% in group 5. Groups 0 and 3 were somewhat similar as regard MRONJ staging. Most patients in group 5 had MRONJ stage 2 or 3. No statistically significant differences emerged between the groups. Conclusions Preventive dental care can reduce the risk of MRONJ providing patients comply with the specialist’s recommendations.
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- Christian Bacci
- Section of Clinical Dentistry, Department of Neurosciences, University of Padova, Via Giustiniani, 1, 35128, Padua, Italy.
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- Section of Clinical Dentistry, Department of Neurosciences, University of Padova, Via Giustiniani, 1, 35128, Padua, Italy
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- Section of Clinical Dentistry, Department of Neurosciences, University of Padova, Via Giustiniani, 1, 35128, Padua, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac, Thoracic, Vascular Sciences and Public Health, University of Padova, Padua, Italy
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- Section of Clinical Dentistry, Department of Neurosciences, University of Padova, Via Giustiniani, 1, 35128, Padua, Italy
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Meade MJ. Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw: A cross-sectional survey assessing the quality of information on the Internet. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol 2021; 133:e83-e90. [PMID: 34753689 DOI: 10.1016/j.oooo.2021.08.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2021] [Revised: 08/12/2021] [Accepted: 08/23/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to evaluate the quality of information and readability of online content regarding medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). STUDY DESIGN Three search engines were used to identify websites containing information regarding MRONJ. The content was assessed with 5 quality of information and readability tools. Statistical analyses were performed via GraphPad Software (GraphPad Software Inc., La Jolla, Calif, United States). RESULTS The Health on the Net (HONcode) seal was present in 2 of the 21 websites that satisfied inclusion/exclusion criteria. The mean JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association) benchmark satisfied per website was 1.619 out of 4 (standard deviation [SD] = 1.2; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.07-2.17). The mean overall Quality Evaluation Scoring Tool score was 15.29 out of a maximum 28 (SD = 6.174; 95% CI, 12.48-18.1). The Quality Evaluation Scoring Tool scores of those websites that satisfied ≥3 JAMA criteria were significantly higher than those that did not (P = .01; 95% CI, -11.41 to -1.79). The readability levels of all content ranged from fairly difficult to very difficult. CONCLUSIONS The information related to MRONJ on the Internet is unreliable and too difficult for the general public to read. Authors of online MRONJ information should consider use of quality of information and readability tools to ensure that reliable information is understood by those with poor health literacy skills.
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- Maurice J Meade
- PR Begg Chair in Orthodontics, The School of Dentistry, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
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Ueda N, Aoki K, Shimotsuji H, Nakashima C, Kawakami M, Imai Y, Kirita T. Oral risk factors associated with medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw in patients with cancer. J Bone Miner Metab 2021; 39:623-630. [PMID: 33420576 DOI: 10.1007/s00774-020-01195-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2020] [Accepted: 12/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Bone-modifying agents (BMAs) are indispensable to cancer therapy. However, the number of patients with medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is increasing according to the BMA administration. Oral factors predisposing to development of MRONJ are receiving attention, and oral management is recommended for prevention of MRONJ; however, the strategy and criteria have not yet been established. Therefore, we investigated the oral risk factors associated with MRONJ development in this study. MATERIALS AND METHODS A retrospective study was carried out on 398 cancer patients who had received oncological-dose BMAs between 2007 and 2018; general health factors, demographic, and dental factors were examined along with MRONJ development in all the patients. The cumulative occurrence rate of MRONJ was calculated using a Kaplan-Meier analysis. Clinical factors were analyzed using the Cox regression analysis. RESULTS MRONJ occurred in 42 of the 398 patients. The cumulative MRONJ incidence rates were 4.5, 12.9, 17.7, and 21.6% at 1, 2, 3, and 4 years, respectively. Age (p = 0.038), male sex (p = 0.002), initiation of dental interventions before BMA administration (p = 0.020), alveolar bone loss involving more than half the root (p < 0.001), and torus mandibularis (p < 0.001) were significantly associated with MRONJ. CONCLUSIONS Our findings suggest that patients with alveolar bone loss involving more than half the root on panoramic radiographs and torus mandibularis carry a high risk of MRONJ development. Early dental intervention before BMA administration and oral management during the treatment are important for preventing MRONJ.
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- Nobuhiro Ueda
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Nara Medical University, 840 Shijo-cho, Kashihara, Nara, 634-8522, Japan.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Nara Medical University, 840 Shijo-cho, Kashihara, Nara, 634-8522, Japan
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Nara Medical University, 840 Shijo-cho, Kashihara, Nara, 634-8522, Japan
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Nara Medical University, 840 Shijo-cho, Kashihara, Nara, 634-8522, Japan
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Nara Medical University, 840 Shijo-cho, Kashihara, Nara, 634-8522, Japan
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Nara Medical University, 840 Shijo-cho, Kashihara, Nara, 634-8522, Japan
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Rakuwakai Otowa Hospital, 2 Chinji-cho, Yamashina-ku, Kyoto, 607-8062, Japan
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Nara Medical University, 840 Shijo-cho, Kashihara, Nara, 634-8522, Japan
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Romero-Ruiz MM, Romero-Serrano M, Serrano-González A, Serrera-Figallo MÁ, Gutiérrez-Pérez JL, Torres-Lagares D. Proposal for a preventive protocol for medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw. Med Oral Patol Oral Cir Bucal 2021; 26:e314-e326. [PMID: 33037798 PMCID: PMC8141321 DOI: 10.4317/medoral.24197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2020] [Accepted: 09/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is a severe adverse reaction experienced by some patients exposed to certain drugs (antiresorptives such as bisphosphonates or denosumab, and antiangiogenic drugs). From a review of the literature it appears that there is no uniform criterion when selecting preventive measures; these vary according to author. Likewise, the measures recommended are usually general, so that in few cases they result in specific actions to be applied depending on the different variables involved such as the type of drug used, the duration of its application, the underlying pathology, the presence or absence of risk factors, etc. The aim of this study has been to design a preventive protocol which can be easily applied in any clinic or by any dental care service.
Material and Methods We undertook an exhaustive literature review to find any articles related to the topic of study, namely, preventive measures for medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw, on the one hand generically and on the other focusing on dental implant treatment. The most part the criteria of the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines were followed. From 3946 items, we selected a total of 21 items.
Results From the analysis of the selected articles, several protocols have been developed that are easy to apply in a dental clinic.: Protocol 1. Before starting treatment with antiresorptives (Patients who are going to be treated for osteoporosis / Patients who are going to be treated for cancer). Protocol 2. Once treatment is initiated with antiresorptives (Patients being treated for osteoporosis / Patients being treated for cancer).
Conclusions The application of these protocols requires an interdisciplinary team which can handle the various treatments and apply the measures contained in them. Along with a team of well-educated and trained dentists, it is equally important to maintain contact with the medical team involved in the treatment of the underlying pathology, especially rheumatologists, oncologists, internists and gynaecologists. All the above requires a great staff learning and organization effort, continuous training and coordination of the whole team involved in the preventive management of these patients. Key words:Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw, clinical protocols, clinical guidelines, prevention.
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- M-M Romero-Ruiz
- Dental School.University of Seville C/ Avicena s/n 41009 Sevilla, Spain
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Laimer J, Hechenberger M, Müller D, Walch B, Kolk A, Schnabl D, Schomaker M, Bruckmoser E. Dental pathologies in tumor patients with bone metastases or multiple myeloma scheduled for antiresorptive therapy. Future Oncol 2021; 17:2705-2711. [PMID: 33880956 DOI: 10.2217/fon-2020-1240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Background: Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is a potentially severe complication of mainly antiresorptive drugs. We evaluated the frequency of dentoalveolar pathologies in patients scheduled for antiresorptive therapy in a 'real-world' setting, also including patients with poor oral health potentially requiring tooth extractions and/or other dentoalveolar surgery. This approach is in contrast to the setting of recent randomized trials with restrictive exclusion criteria. Patients & methods: We prospectively included patients suffering from solid tumors with osseous metastases or multiple myeloma. Screening for dentoalveolar pathologies was done prior to initiation of antiresorptive therapy at the specialized MRONJ clinic of the University Hospital for Cranio-Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery, Innsbruck, Austria. Results: 119 subjects could be included. In 76 patients (63.9%), a dental focus was revealed including deep caries (24.4% of patients), chronic apical periodontitis (26.9%), periodontal disease (45.8%), root remnants (16%), jaw cysts (2.5%), partially impacted teeth (5.0%) and peri-implantitis (5.0%). Conclusion: Considering the high number of dentoalveolar pathologies (63.9%), systematic dental focus screening prior to initiation of antiresorptive therapy is of utmost importance to lower the risk for MRONJ.
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- Johannes Laimer
- University Hospital for Cranio-Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery, A-6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Hospital for Cranio-Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery, A-6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Hospital for Cranio-Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery, A-6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Hospital for Cranio-Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery, A-6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Hospital for Cranio-Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery, A-6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Hospital for Dental Prosthetics & Restorative Dentistry, A-6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- UMIT - University for Health Sciences, Medical Informatics & Technology, Institute of Public Health, Medical Decision Making & Health Technology Assessment, A-6060, Hall in Tirol, Austria.,University of Cape Town, Centre for Infectious Disease Epidemiology & Research, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
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- Private Practice for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, A-5020, Salzburg, Austria
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Castillo EJ, Messer JG, Abraham AM, Jiron JM, Alekseyenko AV, Israel R, Thomas S, Gonzalez-Perez GM, Croft S, Gohel A, Bhattacharyya I, Yarrow JF, Novince CM, Kimmel DB, Aguirre JI. Preventing or controlling periodontitis reduces the occurrence of osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) in rice rats (Oryzomys palustris). Bone 2021; 145:115866. [PMID: 33515777 PMCID: PMC8265021 DOI: 10.1016/j.bone.2021.115866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2020] [Revised: 01/08/2021] [Accepted: 01/24/2021] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) is an adverse event that requires association of both systemic risk factors, such as powerful anti-resorptives (pARs; e.g. zoledronic acid [ZOL]), and local oral risk factors (e.g. tooth extraction, periodontitis). Whereas optimal oral health prior to initiate pARs is recognized as critically important for minimizing ONJ risk, the efficacy of preventive/maintenance measures in patients who are taking pARs is understudied. Rice rats fed a standard diet (STD), rich in insoluble fiber, develop localized periodontitis. STD-rats with localized periodontitis treated with ZOL for 18-24 wk develop ONJ. Hence, we hypothesized that controlling/preventing localized periodontitis in the ZOL-treated rats, reduces ONJ occurrence. METHODS We used two approaches to attempt reducing periodontitis prevalence: 1) periodontal cleaning (PC); and 2) replacing the STD-diet with a nutritionally-equivalent diet high in soluble fiber (SF). 75 four-week-old male rats were weight-randomized into five groups (n = 15) in a 24-week experiment. Three groups ate the STD-diet and two the high SF-diet. STD-diet groups received intravenous (IV) vehicle (VEH) q4wks (STD + VEH), 80 μg/kg ZOL q4wks IV (STD + ZOL), or ZOL plus PC q2wks (STD + ZOL + PC). The SF-diet groups received VEH (SF + VEH) or ZOL (SF + ZOL). Jaws were processed for histopathology and evaluated for ONJ prevalence and tissue-level periodontitis. RESULTS 1) 40% of STD + VEH rats developed maxillary localized periodontitis with no ONJ; 2) 50% of STD + ZOL rats developed ONJ; 3) 7% of STD + ZOL + PC rats developed ONJ (p < 0.01 vs. STD + ZOL); and 4) one SF + ZOL rat developed localized periodontitis, and no SF + VEH or SF + ZOL rats developed ONJ (p < 0.001 vs. STD + ZOL). CONCLUSIONS 1) Periodontal cleaning in ZOL-treated rats decreases localized periodontitis severity and reduces ONJ prevalence; and 2) feeding a SF-diet to ZOL-treated rats reduces both incidence of localized periodontitis and ONJ. Our data indicates strong oral microbial community shifts according to oral health condition and trends in the shifts associated with diet.
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- E J Castillo
- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida (UF), Gainesville, FL, United States of America.
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida (UF), Gainesville, FL, United States of America
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida (UF), Gainesville, FL, United States of America
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida (UF), Gainesville, FL, United States of America.
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- Department of Oral Health Sciences, Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine, Charleston, SC, United States of America; Department of Public Health Sciences, College of Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, United States of America; Department of Healthcare Leadership and Management, College of Health Professions, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, United States of America.
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida (UF), Gainesville, FL, United States of America.
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida (UF), Gainesville, FL, United States of America.
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida (UF), Gainesville, FL, United States of America.
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida (UF), Gainesville, FL, United States of America.
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- Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Diagnostic Sciences, College of Dentistry, UF, United States of America.
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- Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Diagnostic Sciences, College of Dentistry, UF, United States of America.
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- VA Medical Center, Research Service, Gainesville, FL, United States of America; Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, UF College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL, United States of America.
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- Department of Oral Health Sciences, Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine, Charleston, SC, United States of America.
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida (UF), Gainesville, FL, United States of America
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida (UF), Gainesville, FL, United States of America.
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Nica DF, Riviș M, Roi CI, Todea CD, Duma VF, Sinescu C. Complementarity of Photo-Biomodulation, Surgical Treatment, and Antibiotherapy for Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaws (MRONJ). ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2021; 57:medicina57020145. [PMID: 33562600 PMCID: PMC7914693 DOI: 10.3390/medicina57020145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/01/2021] [Revised: 01/30/2021] [Accepted: 02/02/2021] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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Background and Objectives: Antiresorptive or anti-angiogenic agents may induce medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaws (MRONJ), which represents a challenge for clinicians. The aim of this study is to design and apply a composed and stage-approach therapy combining antibiotherapy, surgical treatment, and photo-biomodulation (PBM) for the prevention or treatment of MRONJ lesions. Materials and Methods: The proposed treatment protocol was carried out in the Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of the “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Farmacy of Timisoara, in 2018–2020. A total of 241 patients who were previously exposed to antiresorptive or anti-angiogenic therapy, as well as patients already diagnosed with MRONJ at different stages of the disease were treated. A preventive protocol was applied for patients in an “at risk” stage. Patients in more advanced stages received a complex treatment. Results: The healing proved to be complete, with spontaneous bone coverage in all the n = 84 cases placed in an “at risk” stage. For the n = 49 patients belonging to stage 0, pain reductions and decreases of mucosal inflammations were also obtained in all cases. For the n = 108 patients proposed for surgery (i.e., in stages 1, 2, or 3 of MRONJ), a total healing rate of 91.66% was obtained after the first surgery, while considering the downscaling to stage 1 as a treatment “success”, only one “failure” was reported. This brings the overall “success” rate to 96.68% for a complete healing, and to 99.59% when downscaling to stage 1 is included in the healing rate. Conclusions: Therefore, the clinical outcome of the present study indicates that patients with MRONJ in almost all stages of the disease can benefit from such a proposed association of methods, with superior clinical results compared to classical therapies.
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- Diana Florina Nica
- Department of Anaesthesiology and Oral Surgery, School of Dental Medicine, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Timisoara, 2A Eftimie Murgu Place, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (D.F.N.); (C.I.R.)
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- Department of Anaesthesiology and Oral Surgery, School of Dental Medicine, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Timisoara, 2A Eftimie Murgu Place, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (D.F.N.); (C.I.R.)
- Correspondence: (M.R.); (V.-F.D.); Tel.: +40-751-511451 (V.-F.D.)
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- Department of Anaesthesiology and Oral Surgery, School of Dental Medicine, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Timisoara, 2A Eftimie Murgu Place, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (D.F.N.); (C.I.R.)
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- Department of Oral Rehabilitation and Dental Emergencies, School of Dental Medicine, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Timisoara, 2A Eftimie Murgu Place, 300041 Timisoara, Romania;
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- 3OM Optomechatronics Group, Faculty of Engineering, “Aurel Vlaicu” University of Arad, 2 Elena Dragoi Str., 310177 Arad, Romania
- Doctoral School, Polytechnic University of Timisoara, 1 Mihai Viteazu Ave., 300222 Timisoara, Romania
- Research Center in Dental Medicine Using Conventional and Alternative Technologies, School of Dental Medicine, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Timisoara, 9 Revolutiei 1989 Ave., 300070 Timisoara, Romania;
- Correspondence: (M.R.); (V.-F.D.); Tel.: +40-751-511451 (V.-F.D.)
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- Research Center in Dental Medicine Using Conventional and Alternative Technologies, School of Dental Medicine, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Timisoara, 9 Revolutiei 1989 Ave., 300070 Timisoara, Romania;
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Kün-Darbois JD, Fauvel F. Medication-related osteonecrosis and osteoradionecrosis of the jaws: Update and current management. Morphologie 2020; 105:170-187. [PMID: 33281055 DOI: 10.1016/j.morpho.2020.11.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2020] [Revised: 11/12/2020] [Accepted: 11/14/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Medication related osteonecrosis of the jaws (MRONJ) and osteoradionecrosis of the jaws (ORNJ) are two different diseases of quite similar appearance. MRONJ is mainly due to antiresorptive or antiangiogenic drug therapy and ORNJ to radiotherapy. The present work aimed at presenting and comparing the current knowledge on MRONJ and ORNJ. They both present as an exposure of necrotic bone and differ in some clinical or radiological characteristics, clinical course and mostly in treatment. They share similar risk factors. A tooth extraction is more frequently found as a triggering factor in MRONJ. The frequency of a maxillary localisation seems higher for MRONJ. On computed tomographic images, a periosteal reaction seems characteristic of MRONJ. More frequent pathological fractures seem to occur in ORNJ. It is mandatory, for ORNJ diagnosis, to exclude a residual or recurrent tumour using histological examination. Both MRONJ and ORNJ are challenging to treat and cannot be managed similarly. For both, it would still be worth to optimise awareness within the medical community, patients' oral hygiene and dental cares to improve their prevention and make their incidences decrease. Conservative therapy is more frequently achieved for MRONJ than ORNJ and surgical resection is more often performed for ORNJ. For both diseases, the last treatment possible in refractory cases is a surgical extensive resection with free flap reconstruction. A MRONJ classification is widely used today, whereas no consensus exists to date for ORNJ classification. We propose a classification that could play this role.
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- J-D Kün-Darbois
- Department of oral and maxillofacial surgery, CHU d'Angers, 4, rue Larrey, 49933 Angers cedex, France; Groupe études remodelage osseux et bioMatériaux, GEROM, SFR 4208, UNIV Angers, IRIS-IBS institut de biologie en Santé, CHU d'Angers, 4, rue Larrey, 49933 Angers cedex, France.
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- Department of oral and maxillofacial surgery, CHU de Nantes, 1, place Alexis-Ricordeau, 44093 Nantes cedex 1, France; Department of oral and maxillofacial surgery, CH de Saint-Nazaire, 11, boulevard Georges-Charpak, 44606 Saint-Nazaire cedex, France
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Whitefield S, Lazarovici TS, Sommer-Umansky M, Friedlander-Barenboim S, Yahalom R, Yarom N. Changing face of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw: Sheba Medical Center experience-fifteen years. J Bone Miner Metab 2020; 38:819-825. [PMID: 32507944 DOI: 10.1007/s00774-020-01113-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2019] [Accepted: 05/11/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Our aim is to track the development of the epidemiological characteristics in patient populations diagnosed with MRONJ at the Sheba Medical Center. MATERIALS AND METHODS The files of patients diagnosed with MRONJ from 2003 until December 2017 were retrieved. Data on demographics, medical background, type and duration of drug use and triggering events at presentation was collected. RESULTS The study included 448 patients, 336 females and 112 males. A decrease in the proportion of multiple myeloma patients (p < 0.05) and an increase in the proportion of patients with bone metastases of solid tumors has been observed recently. An increase in the proportion of cases in osteoporosis patients compared with oncology patients is evident (p < 0.01). Overtime a higher proportion of patients presented at an earlier stage of MRONJ (p < 0.01). CONCLUSIONS As a result of changes in treatment protocols and increased awareness of oncology caregivers, including referral and consultation with Oral Medicine specialists, there has been a change in the demographics and presentation of the disease.
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- Sara Whitefield
- Oral Medicine Unit, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel
- School of Dental Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel
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- Oral Medicine Unit, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel.
- School of Dental Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.
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He L, Sun X, Liu Z, Qiu Y, Niu Y. Pathogenesis and multidisciplinary management of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw. Int J Oral Sci 2020; 12:30. [PMID: 33087699 PMCID: PMC7578793 DOI: 10.1038/s41368-020-00093-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2020] [Revised: 08/17/2020] [Accepted: 08/18/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is a serious side effect of bone-modifying agents and inhibits angiogenesis agents. Although the pathogenesis of MRONJ is not entirely clear, multiple factors may be involved in specific microenvironments. The TGF-β1 signalling pathway may have a key role in the development of MRONJ. According to the clinical stage, multiple variables should be considered when selecting the most appropriate treatment. Therefore, the prevention and management of treatment of MRONJ should be conducted in patient-centred multidisciplinary team collaborative networks with oncologists, dentists and dental specialists. This would comprise a closed responsibility treatment loop with all benefits directed to the patient. Thus, in the present review, we aimed to summarise the pathogenesis, risk factors, imaging features, clinical staging, therapeutic methods, prevention and treatment strategies associated with MRONJ, which may provide a reference that can inform preventive strategies and improve the quality of life for patients in the future.
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- Lina He
- The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China.,School of Stomatology, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China.,School of Stomatology, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China.,School of Stomatology, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China.,School of Stomatology, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China. .,School of Stomatology, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China.
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Bar M, Ott SM, Lewiecki EM, Sarafoglou K, Wu JY, Thompson MJ, Vaux JJ, Dean DR, Saag KG, Hashmi SK, Inamoto Y, Dholaria BR, Kharfan-Dabaja MA, Nagler A, Rodriguez C, Hamilton BK, Shah N, Flowers MED, Savani BN, Carpenter PA. Bone Health Management After Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation: An Expert Panel Opinion from the American Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy. Biol Blood Marrow Transplant 2020; 26:1784-1802. [PMID: 32653624 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbmt.2020.07.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2020] [Accepted: 07/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Bone health disturbances commonly occur after hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) with loss of bone mineral density (BMD) and avascular necrosis (AVN) foremost among them. BMD loss is related to pretransplantation chemotherapy and radiation exposure and immunosuppressive therapy for graft-versus-host-disease (GVHD) and results from deficiencies in growth or gonadal hormones, disturbances in calcium and vitamin D homeostasis, as well as osteoblast and osteoclast dysfunction. Although the pathophysiology of AVN remains unclear, high-dose glucocorticoid exposure is the most frequent association. Various societal treatment guidelines for osteoporosis exist, but the focus is mainly on menopausal-associated osteoporosis. HCT survivors comprise a distinct population with unique comorbidities, making general approaches to bone health management inappropriate in some cases. To address a core set of 16 frequently asked questions (FAQs) relevant to bone health in HCT, the American Society of Transplant and Cellular Therapy Committee on Practice Guidelines convened a panel of experts in HCT, adult and pediatric endocrinology, orthopedics, and oral medicine. Owing to a lack of relevant prospective controlled clinical trials that specifically address bone health in HCT, the answers to the FAQs rely on evidence derived from retrospective HCT studies, results extrapolated from prospective studies in non-HCT settings, relevant societal guidelines, and expert panel opinion. Given the heterogenous comorbidities and needs of individual HCT recipients, answers to FAQs in this article should be considered general recommendations, with good medical practice and judgment ultimately dictating care of individual patients. Readers are referred to the Supplementary Material for answers to additional FAQs that did not make the core set.
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- Merav Bar
- Division of Clinical Research, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, Washington; Department of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington.
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- Department of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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- New Mexico Clinical Research & Osteoporosis Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico; Bone Health TeleECHO, UNM Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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- Department of Pediatrics, Divisions of Endocrinology and Genetics & Metabolism, University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Department of Experimental & Clinical Pharmacology, University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California
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- Department of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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- Department of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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- Department of Oral Medicine, University of Washington School of Dentistry, Seattle, Washington
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Division of Hematology-Oncology and Blood and Marrow Transplantation Program, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida
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- Bone Marrow Transplantation Department, Hematology Division, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel
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- Department of Internal Medicine Hematology and Oncology, Wake Forest University Health Sciences, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Blood and Marrow Transplant Program, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Division of Hematology-Oncology, University of California, San Francisco, California
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- Division of Clinical Research, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, Washington; Department of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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- Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Division of Clinical Research, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, Washington; Department of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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Ferreira Jr LH, Mendonça Jr KD, Chaves de Souza J, Soares Dos Reis DC, do Carmo Faleiros Veloso Guedes C, de Souza Castro Filice L, Bruzadelli Macedo S, Soares Rocha F. Bisphosphonate-associated osteonecrosis of the jaw. Minerva Dent Oral Sci 2020; 70:49-57. [PMID: 32960522 DOI: 10.23736/s2724-6329.20.04306-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The purpose of this systematic review was to determine the possible risk factors related to pathophysiology of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (BRONJ) and identify adequate treatment strategies available and success rates. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION We performed a search for publications about the treatment of BRONJ, published between 2003 and 2018 in the PubMed/Medline data base using the key words: "Bisphosphonate-Associated Osteonecrosis of the Jaw" OR "Bisphosphonate Osteonecrosis" OR "BRONJ", based on the list of MeSH and DeCS. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS According to pre-established criteria for data collection concerning the treatment of BRONJ, we found 19 articles covering a total of 400 patients. Treatments that showed good outcomes were Ozone, PRF, PRP/Debridement/Laser bio-stimulation, Laser surgery and Laser surgery/Laser bio-stimulation. HBO did not achieve good results and was used in only 10 patients. BRONJ is a rare condition in patients with osteoporosis/other pathologies using BP orally. These patients had long exposure time and cumulative doses of BPs until onset of the lesion. The oncological patients were exposed to more potent intravenously administered BPs such as pamidronate and zoledronate. These patients had a shorter exposure time until onset of the lesion. CONCLUSIONS The treatment of BRONJ is still under debate and there are promising treatments that need randomized trials with larger numbers of patients to confirm their results. Patients receiving BPs or those who will start treatment should be encouraged to perform preventive dental treatment and maintain good oral hygiene.
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- School of Dentistry, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Implantology, University of Brasília, Brasília, Brazil
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- School of Dentistry, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Implantology, University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia, Brazil -
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El-Ma'aita A, Da'as N, Al-Hattab M, Hassona Y, Al-Rabab'ah M, Al-Kayed MA. Awareness of the risk of developing medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw among bisphosphonate users. J Int Med Res 2020; 48:300060520955066. [PMID: 32924697 PMCID: PMC7493245 DOI: 10.1177/0300060520955066] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Objective In this retrospective observational study, we evaluated awareness among patients using bisphosphonates (BPs) regarding the risk of developing medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) and whether they received appropriate dental screening and treatment prior to commencing medication. Methods Patients using BPs who attended the endodontics clinic at Jordan University Hospital in 2019 were interviewed using a pre-designed questionnaire. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and chi-squared tests. Results In total, 110 patients were interviewed (84 women, 26 men; age 40–78 years). A total of 94 patients were using oral BP and 16 received intravenous (IV) BP. We found that only 12.4% of participants were aware about the risk of MRONJ following BP use, and only one third of them has received information from their prescribing physicians. In total, 5% of participants were referred to a dentist for screening prior to initiating BP treatment. Patients receiving IV BP and those with a university-level education had better awareness about the risk of MRONJ than oral BP users and those with a high school education level. Conclusion Patients’ awareness about MRONJ risk was low in our population. Better patient education and collaboration among physicians and dentists are needed prior to starting BP treatment.
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- Jordan University Hospital, Amman, Jordan
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- School of Dentistry, University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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Okamura M, Fujita K, Yamamoto Y, Kanai O, Nakatani K, Horimoto K, Hashimoto M, Sawai S, Shimosato M, Yoshida K, Mio T. Single-center analysis of antiresorptive agent-related osteonecrosis of the jaw in lung cancer patients. Asia Pac J Clin Oncol 2020; 16:380-384. [PMID: 32893984 DOI: 10.1111/ajco.13395] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2020] [Accepted: 05/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Over the past two decades, antiresorptive agent-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (ARONJ) has become a growing concern. We examined the incidence of ARONJ and identified its risk factors in lung cancer patients in the real-world clinical setting. To our knowledge, we are the first to do so. PATIENTS AND METHODS We retrospectively analyzed lung cancer patients with bone metastases who had received anti-resorptive agents (zoledronate or denosumab) at the National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center from October 2012 to September 2018. All ARONJ cases were diagnosed by the dentists according to the established diagnostic criteria. RESULTS A total of 171 patients were reviewed, 13 (7.6%) of whom experienced ARONJ. Among the 13 patients, six (46.2%), four (30.8%) and three (23.1%) had adenocarcinoma, squamous carcinoma and not otherwise specified, respectively. ARONJ was stage 2 in three (23.1%) patients and stage 3 in 10 (76.9%). More cycles of antiresorptive agents (odds ratio [OR] = 11.54; 95% confidence interval [CI], 2.47-53.99; P < 0.01), use of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs; OR = 5.05; 95% CI, 1.56-16.37; P < 0.01) and longer survival duration (≥2 years; OR = 12.16; 95% CI, 3.17-46.65; P < 0.01) were independently associated with ARONJ in a multivariate analysis. CONCLUSIONS The incidence of ARONJ was relatively high in lung cancer patients with bone metastases. When using antiresorptive agents, oncologists should closely monitor patients for ARONJ during the course of treatment and regularly consult with dentists, especially in patients receiving ICIs.
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- Misato Okamura
- Division of Respiratory Medicine, Center for Respiratory Diseases, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
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- Division of Respiratory Medicine, Center for Respiratory Diseases, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
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- Division of Respiratory Medicine, Center for Respiratory Diseases, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan.,Department of Drug Discovery for Lung Diseases, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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- Division of Respiratory Medicine, Center for Respiratory Diseases, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
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- Division of Respiratory Medicine, Center for Respiratory Diseases, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Center for Respiratory Diseases, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Center for Respiratory Diseases, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Center for Respiratory Diseases, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
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- Division of Respiratory Medicine, Center for Respiratory Diseases, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
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Al-Eid R, Alduwayan T, Bin Khuthaylah M, Al Shemali M. Dentists' knowledge about medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw and its management. Heliyon 2020; 6:e04321. [PMID: 32760820 PMCID: PMC7390761 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2020.e04321] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2019] [Revised: 03/21/2020] [Accepted: 06/23/2020] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Objectives To assess the knowledge of dentists regarding medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). Methods In this cross-sectional study, 74 dentists from governmental hospitals in Riyadh (Dental University Hospital in King Saud University, Military Hospital, National Guard Hospital), Jeddah (King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Ministry of Health Hospital), and the Eastern region of Saudi Arabia (Ministry of Health Hospitals in Dammam and Al-Ahsa) completed a two-part questionnaire. The first part gathered demographic data, such as sex and specialty. The second part included questions about bisphosphonate drugs and their indications; the identification of patients at risk of MRONJ; other medications associated with jaw necrosis; as well as the definition of MRONJ and its clinical features, risk factors, and preventive methods. Results Of the participating dentists, 60.8% knew about MRONJ, but only 35.1% were able to define it correctly. Most (79.7%) had never encountered MRONJ patients. Only 18.9% knew of the relationship between the risk of MRONJ in osteoporotic patients and long-term (>4 years) use of oral bisphosphonates or intravenous zoledronate, while 68.9% were unaware, and others answered incorrectly. Most participants did not know of MRONJ-predisposing medications, and 59.5% cited radiotherapy as the cause. Most participants identified dentoalveolar surgery as a major local factor, and the mandible as a common anatomic location. Conclusion Dentists at the surveyed institutions had poor knowledge of MRONJ, although their knowledge of preventive measures was good. There is an urgent need for the optimization of educational programs pertaining to MRONJ, and its related dental management considerations. Clinical significance Dentists in the surveyed institutions in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have poor knowledge of MRONJ management; thus, greater effort should be taken to educate undergraduate and postgraduate students regarding this pathology.
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- R Al-Eid
- Department of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Awareness among patient at risk of developing Medication Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (MRONJ) - A primary prevention strategy. Saudi Pharm J 2020; 28:771-778. [PMID: 32550810 PMCID: PMC7292880 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsps.2020.05.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2020] [Accepted: 05/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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The quality of life, in itself, in cancer patients or in osteoporotic individuals, without even considering the side effects of the medication in the first place, has a considerable negative impact on the clinical outcome. The Medication Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (MRONJ), in the maxillofacial region, although rare, needs to be addressed with the prime importance. One of the key components of any given preventive treatment strategy is to, create awareness about the medication related unwanted effects, among health care professionals and patients. Objective This study is aimed to explore and assess the awareness level among dental patients about MRONJ, the risk factors, and the high-risk category (who are prone to develop MRONJ). Material and methods This is a prospective interviewer administered research electronic data capture (REDCap) survey. The sample included 68 patients, who are currently taking or will be taking Bisphosphonate (BP), and/or Denosumab, and anti-Angiogenic agent. Data have been analyzed using IBM SPSS software, Results Sixty-eight patients (18 males and 50 females), participated in this study. Only 23 subjects (33.82%) were aware about the MRONJ. Females were more aware about the complications than males. The awareness among the subjects with education at college level appears to be higher than the subjects having education less than high school level. Even though, a dental check- up, is mandatory, prior to starting these medications, to see if any dental treatment is required, only slightly more than half of the patients (54.72%) had a dental checkup. Conclusion This is a novel study in the Middle- East, used to assess awareness about the MRONJ including three type of related medications. Low awareness of MRONJ is alarming. The results of the study will help to initiate the process of providing the education materials, about the side effects and importance of oral hygiene maintenance, giving priority to improve the quality of life in such patients. Awareness of patients regarding the complications must be an important part of health care practice guidelines.
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Wan JT, Sheeley DM, Somerman MJ, Lee JS. Mitigating osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) through preventive dental care and understanding of risk factors. Bone Res 2020; 8:14. [PMID: 32195012 PMCID: PMC7064532 DOI: 10.1038/s41413-020-0088-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2019] [Revised: 12/31/2019] [Accepted: 01/13/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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It is well established that alterations in phosphate metabolism have a profound effect on hard and soft tissues of the oral cavity. The present-day clinical form of osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) was preceded by phosphorus necrosis of the jaw, ca. 1860. The subsequent removal of yellow phosphorus from matches in the early 20th century saw a parallel decline in "phossy jaw" until the early 2000s, when similar reports of unusual jaw bone necrosis began to appear in the literature describing jaw necrosis in patients undergoing chemotherapy and concomitant steroid and bisphosphonate treatment. Today, the potential side effect of ONJ associated with medications that block osteoclast activity (antiresorptive) is well known, though the mechanism remains unclear and the management and outcomes are often unsatisfactory. Much of the existing literature has focused on the continuing concerns of appropriate use of bisphosphonates and other antiresorptive medications, the incomplete or underdeveloped research on ONJ, and the use of drugs with anabolic potential for treatment of osteoporosis. While recognizing that ONJ is a rare occurrence and ONJ-associated medications play an important role in fracture risk reduction in osteoporotic patients, evidence to date suggests that health care providers can lower the risk further by dental evaluations and care prior to initiating antiresorptive therapies and by monitoring dental health during and after treatment. This review describes the current clinical management guidelines for ONJ, the critical role of dental-medical management in mitigating risks, and the current understanding of the effects of predominantly osteoclast-modulating drugs on bone homeostasis.
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- Jason T. Wan
- National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD USA
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- National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD USA
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- National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD USA
- Laboratory for Oral Connective Tissue Biology, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD USA
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- National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD USA
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Vereb T, Boda K, Czakó L, Vaszilkó M, Fülöp G, Klenk G, Janovszky Á, Oberna F, Piffkó J, Seres L. Cloud-Based Multicenter Data Collection and Epidemiologic Analysis of Bisphosphonate-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaws in a Central European Population. J Clin Med 2020. [DOI: https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm9020426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Objective: Bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaws is considered to be a rare but severe complication of bisphosphonate therapy. To understand this condition better, data collection is essential. Although the number of scientific papers about this subject is large, to date only a few multicenter reports have been published. Study design: We present a novel cloud-based data collection system for the evaluation of the risk factors of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaws. Web-based questionnaire and database have been set up and made available to voluntary researchers and clinicians in oral and maxillofacial surgery in Hungary and Slovakia. Results: To date, fifteen colleagues from eight maxillofacial units have joined the study. Data of 180 patients have been recorded. Collected data were statistically analysed and evaluated from an epidemiological point of view. Conclusions: Authors consider cloud-based multicenter data collection a useful tool that allows for real-time collaboration between users, facilitates fast data entry and analysis, and thus considerably contributes to widening our knowledge of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaws.
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Cloud-Based Multicenter Data Collection and Epidemiologic Analysis of Bisphosphonate-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaws in a Central European Population. J Clin Med 2020; 9:jcm9020426. [PMID: 32033299 PMCID: PMC7073980 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9020426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2019] [Revised: 01/29/2020] [Accepted: 01/31/2020] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Objective: Bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaws is considered to be a rare but severe complication of bisphosphonate therapy. To understand this condition better, data collection is essential. Although the number of scientific papers about this subject is large, to date only a few multicenter reports have been published. Study design: We present a novel cloud-based data collection system for the evaluation of the risk factors of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaws. Web-based questionnaire and database have been set up and made available to voluntary researchers and clinicians in oral and maxillofacial surgery in Hungary and Slovakia. Results: To date, fifteen colleagues from eight maxillofacial units have joined the study. Data of 180 patients have been recorded. Collected data were statistically analysed and evaluated from an epidemiological point of view. Conclusions: Authors consider cloud-based multicenter data collection a useful tool that allows for real-time collaboration between users, facilitates fast data entry and analysis, and thus considerably contributes to widening our knowledge of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaws.
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Song M. Dental care for patients taking antiresorptive drugs: a literature review. Restor Dent Endod 2019; 44:e42. [PMID: 31799170 PMCID: PMC6875544 DOI: 10.5395/rde.2019.44.e42] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2019] [Revised: 10/04/2019] [Accepted: 10/09/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Antiresorptive drugs (ARDs), such as bisphosphonates or denosumab, that prevent bone resorption are widely used in patients with osteoporosis or with cancer that has metastasized to the bones. Although osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) is a well-documented complication of ARD use, the benefits ARDs outweigh the complication. Thus, research has focused on finding ways to prevent or reduce the risk of developing ONJ. Dentists, as part of a multi-professional team, have a critical role in preventing ONJ. However, many dentists tend to hesitate to provide dental care to patients with ONJ, or tend to think that it is a problem to be dealt with by oral surgeons. This review gives an overview of ARD-related ONJ and provides the guidelines for dental care in patients taking ARDs to lower the risk of developing ONJ.
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- Minju Song
- Department of Conservative Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Dankook University, Cheonan, Korea
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Rosella D, Papi P, Pompa G, Capogreco M, De Angelis F, Di Carlo S. Dental students' knowledge of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw. Eur J Dent 2019; 11:461-468. [PMID: 29279671 PMCID: PMC5727730 DOI: 10.4103/ejd.ejd_27_17] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate and assess knowledge and attitude of dental students about medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ), to optimize future training programs in this field. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was administrated. Ninety-eight participants agreed to complete an anonymous questionnaire. It was divided into two sections: the first section was about general information such as interviewer's gender and date of birth; the second section included questions about bisphosphonates (BPs), others medication associated to osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ), risk factors, and prevention of osteonecrosis. Descriptive statistics were computed and the odds ratio was used to compare the odds for the groups. Results: Ninety-nine percent of participants declared to know BPs, but only 26.9% of 4th year and 34.8% of 6th year students knew the correct definition of MRONJ. Almost all of students identified the importance to report, in anamnesis, the use of BPs, as well as to check-up patients before the beginning of treatment; on the other hand, the knowledge about how invasive dental treatment might be carried out in patients under therapy was not adequate. In addition, half of the students did not recognize any active principle or commercial name of BPs. The situation was even worse regarding alternative drugs involved in ONJ. Conclusions: These findings are alarming and the lack of knowledge about MRONJ suggests that greater educational efforts should be performed about this pathology at undergraduate level.
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- Daniele Rosella
- Department of Oral and Maxillo-Facial Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Oral and Maxillo-Facial Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Oral and Maxillo-Facial Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Life, Health and Environmental Sciences, University of L'Aquila, L'Aquila, Italy
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- Department of Oral and Maxillo-Facial Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Oral and Maxillo-Facial Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Roma, Italy
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Yarom N, Shapiro CL, Peterson DE, Van Poznak CH, Bohlke K, Ruggiero SL, Migliorati CA, Khan A, Morrison A, Anderson H, Murphy BA, Alston-Johnson D, Mendes RA, Beadle BM, Jensen SB, Saunders DP. Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw: MASCC/ISOO/ASCO Clinical Practice Guideline. J Clin Oncol 2019; 37:2270-2290. [PMID: 31329513 DOI: 10.1200/jco.19.01186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 177] [Impact Index Per Article: 35.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To provide guidance regarding best practices in the prevention and management of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) in patients with cancer. METHODS Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer/International Society of Oral Oncology (MASCC/ISOO) and ASCO convened a multidisciplinary Expert Panel to evaluate the evidence and formulate recommendations. Guideline development involved a systematic review of the literature and a formal consensus process. PubMed and EMBASE were searched for studies of the prevention and management of MRONJ related to bone-modifying agents (BMAs) for oncologic indications published between January 2009 and December 2017. Results from an earlier systematic review (2003 to 2008) were also included. RESULTS The systematic review identified 132 publications, only 10 of which were randomized controlled trials. Recommendations underwent two rounds of consensus voting. RECOMMENDATIONS Currently, MRONJ is defined by (1) current or previous treatment with a BMA or angiogenic inhibitor, (2) exposed bone or bone that can be probed through an intraoral or extraoral fistula in the maxillofacial region and that has persisted for longer than 8 weeks, and (3) no history of radiation therapy to the jaws or metastatic disease to the jaws. In patients who initiate a BMA, preventive care includes comprehensive dental assessments, discussion of modifiable risk factors, and avoidance of elective dentoalveolar surgery (ie, surgery that involves the teeth or contiguous alveolar bone) during BMA treatment. It remains uncertain whether BMAs should be discontinued before dentoalveolar surgery. Staging of MRONJ should be performed by a clinician with experience in the management of MRONJ. Conservative measures comprise the initial approach to MRONJ treatment. Ongoing collaboration among the dentist, dental specialist, and oncologist is essential to optimal patient care.
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- Noam Yarom
- Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Ramat Gan, Israel.,Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- American Society of Clinical Oncology, Alexandria, VA
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- Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine, Hempstead, NY.,Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine, Stony Brook, NY.,New York Center for Orthognathic and Maxillofacial Surgery, New York, NY
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- McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.,Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Sturrock A, Preshaw PM, Hayes C, Wilkes S. General dental practitioners' perceptions of, and attitudes towards, improving patient safety through a multidisciplinary approach to the prevention of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ): a qualitative study in the North East of England. BMJ Open 2019; 9:e029951. [PMID: 31213454 PMCID: PMC6597093 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-029951] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/14/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To explore general dental practitioners' (GDPs') perceptions of, and attitudes towards, the risks of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) and the current/potential multidisciplinary approach(es) to prevention of the condition. DESIGN Interpretivist methodology using a grounded theory approach and constant comparative analysis to undertake an iterative series of semistructured interviews. Ritchie and Spencer's framework analysis facilitated the identification and prioritisation of salient themes. SETTING Primary care general dental practices in the North East of England. PARTICIPANTS 15 GDPs. RESULTS GDPs are aware of the risk of MRONJ with commonly implicated medicines; however, they report limited collaboration between professional groups in person-centred avoidance of complications, which is a key requirement of the preventive advice recommended in extant literature. Four salient and inter-related themes emerged: (1) perception of knowledge; indicating the awareness of the risk, limited knowledge of implicated medications and experience of managing the condition; (2) risk; indicating the importance of accurate medication histories, the treatment of low risk patients in primary dental care, counselling of poorly informed patients, the fear of litigation and perceived low priority of oral health in the context of general health and well-being; (3) access and isolation; referring to access to general medical records, professional isolation and somewhat limited and challenging professional collaborative relationships; (4) interprofessional working; indicating oral health education of other professional groups, collaboration and communication, and a focus on preventive care. CONCLUSIONS Patients continue to be at risk of developing MRONJ due to limited preventive interventions and relatively disparate contexts of multidisciplinary team healthcare. Effective collaboration, education and access to shared medical records could potentially improve patient safety and reduce the potential risk of developing MRONJ.
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- Andrew Sturrock
- Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing, University of Sunderland, Sunderland, UK
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- National University Centre for Oral Health, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing, University of Sunderland, Sunderland, UK
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- Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing, University of Sunderland, Sunderland, UK
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Hokugo A, Kanayama K, Sun S, Morinaga K, Sun Y, Wu Q, Sasaki H, Okawa H, Evans C, Ebetino FH, Lundy MW, Sadrerafi K, McKenna CE, Nishimura I. Rescue bisphosphonate treatment of alveolar bone improves extraction socket healing and reduces osteonecrosis in zoledronate-treated mice. Bone 2019; 123:115-128. [PMID: 30926440 PMCID: PMC7282713 DOI: 10.1016/j.bone.2019.03.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2018] [Revised: 03/19/2019] [Accepted: 03/20/2019] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Bisphosphonate (BP)-related osteonecrosis of the jaw, previously known as BRONJ, now referred to more broadly as medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ), is a morbid condition that represents a significant risk for oncology patients who have received high dose intravenous (IV) infusion of a potent nitrogen containing BP (N-BP) drug. At present, no clinical procedure is available to prevent or effectively treat MRONJ. Although the pathophysiological basis is not yet fully understood, legacy adsorbed N-BP in jawbone has been proposed to be associated with BRONJ by one or more mechanisms. We hypothesized that removal of the pre-adsorbed N-BP drug common to these pathological mechanisms from alveolar bone could be an effective preventative/therapeutic strategy. This study demonstrates that fluorescently labeled BP pre-adsorbed on the surface of murine maxillo-cranial bone in vivo can be displaced by subsequent application of other BPs. We previously described rodent BRONJ models involving the combination of N-BP treatment such as zoledronate (ZOL) and dental initiating factors such as tooth extraction. We further refined our mouse model by using gel food during the first 7 days of the tooth extraction wound healing period, which decreased confounding food pellet impaction problems in the open boney socket. This refined mouse model does not manifest BRONJ-like severe jawbone exposure, but development of osteonecrosis around the extraction socket and chronic gingival inflammation are clearly exhibited. In this study, we examined the effect of benign BP displacement of legacy N-BP on tooth extraction wound healing in the in vivo model. Systemic IV administration of a low potency BP (lpBP: defined as inactive at 100 μM in a standard protein anti-prenylation assay) did not significantly attenuate jawbone osteonecrosis. We then developed an intra-oral formulation of lpBP, which when injected into the gingiva adjacent to the tooth prior to extraction, dramatically reduced the osteocyte necrosis area. Furthermore, the tooth extraction wound healing pattern was normalized, as evidenced by timely closure of oral soft tissue without epithelial hyperplasia, significantly reduced gingival inflammation and increased new bone filling in the extraction socket. Our results are consistent with the hypothesis that local application of a rescue BP prior to dental surgery can decrease the amount of a legacy N-BP drug in proximate jawbone surfaces below the threshold that promotes osteocyte necrosis. This observation should provide a conceptual basis for a novel strategy to improve socket healing in patients treated with BPs while preserving therapeutic benefit from anti-resorptive N-BP drug in vertebral and appendicular bones.
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- Akishige Hokugo
- Weintraub Center for Reconstructive Biotechnology, UCLA School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; Regenerative Bioengineering and Repair Laboratory, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA
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- Weintraub Center for Reconstructive Biotechnology, UCLA School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; Department of Periodontology, Asahi University School of Dentistry, Gifu 501-0296, Japan
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- Weintraub Center for Reconstructive Biotechnology, UCLA School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; BioVinc, LLC, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA.
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- Weintraub Center for Reconstructive Biotechnology, UCLA School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; Department of Oral Rehabilitation, Section of Implantology, Fukuoka Dental College, Fukuoka 814-0175, Japan
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- Weintraub Center for Reconstructive Biotechnology, UCLA School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; Department of Dental Implant Centre, Beijing Stomatological Hospital, School of Stomatology, Capital Medical University, Beijing 10050, China
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- Weintraub Center for Reconstructive Biotechnology, UCLA School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; Department of Oral Implantology, Chongqing Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and Biomedical Sciences, Stomatological Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400015, China
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- Weintraub Center for Reconstructive Biotechnology, UCLA School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Implantology, Tokyo Dental College, Tokyo 101-0061, Japan
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- Weintraub Center for Reconstructive Biotechnology, UCLA School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; Division of Molecular and Regenerative Prosthodontics, Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry, Sendai 980-8575, Japan
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- Weintraub Center for Reconstructive Biotechnology, UCLA School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA
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- Department of Chemistry, Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089, USA.
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- Weintraub Center for Reconstructive Biotechnology, UCLA School of Dentistry, Box 951668 CHS B3-087, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA.
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Eastell R, Rosen CJ, Black DM, Cheung AM, Murad MH, Shoback D. Pharmacological Management of Osteoporosis in Postmenopausal Women: An Endocrine Society* Clinical Practice Guideline. J Clin Endocrinol Metab 2019; 104:1595-1622. [PMID: 30907953 DOI: 10.1210/jc.2019-00221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 387] [Impact Index Per Article: 77.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2019] [Accepted: 01/28/2019] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The objective is to formulate clinical practice guidelines for the pharmacological management of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. CONCLUSIONS Evidence from clinical trials and insights from clinical experience with pharmacologic therapies for osteoporosis were critically evaluated in formulating this guideline for the management of postmenopausal osteoporosis. Patient preferences, data on adherence and persistence, and risks and benefits from the patient and provider perspectives were also considered in writing committee deliberations. A consensus by the Writing Committee members was achieved for four management principles: (i) The risk of future fractures in postmenopausal women should be determined using country-specific assessment tools to guide decision-making. (ii) Patient preferences should be incorporated into treatment planning. (iii) Nutritional and lifestyle interventions and fall prevention should accompany all pharmacologic regimens to reduce fracture risk. (iv) Multiple pharmacologic therapies are capable of reducing fracture rates in postmenopausal women at risk with acceptable risk-benefit and safety profiles.
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- University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California
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- Mayo Clinic Evidence-Based Practice Center, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Endocrine Research Unit, San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center, San Francisco, California
- Department of Medicine, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California
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Sturrock A, Preshaw PM, Hayes C, Wilkes S. Perceptions and attitudes of patients towards medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ): a qualitative study in England. BMJ Open 2019; 9:e024376. [PMID: 30833319 PMCID: PMC6443056 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-024376] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To explore the impact of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) on quality of life and to explore the attitudes and perceptions of patients towards the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention of the condition. DESIGN Interpretivist methodology using qualitative semistructured interviews. SETTING Primary care general medical practices and secondary care dental services in England. PARTICIPANTS 23 patients; 6 with MRONJ, 13 prescribed bisphosphonates, 4 with osteoporosis not currently prescribed any medication. RESULTS Patients felt that MRONJ had a significant negative impact on their quality of life and had poor knowledge of the preventive strategies recommended in the literature. Patients demonstrated positive attitudes towards a multidisciplinary approach to care; however, they perceived prescribers as having the key role in articulating risk. Four salient and inter-related themes emerged from the interviews: (1) perception of knowledge, indicating limited awareness of the condition, risk factors and preventive strategies; (2) quality of life, indicating the lived experiences of patients and the physical, psychological and social impacts of MRONJ; (3) interprofessional management, indicating a perceived organisational hierarchy, professional roles and responsibilities, prioritising aspects of care, articulation of risk and communication and (4) wider context, indicating demands on National Health Service resources and barriers to dental care. CONCLUSIONS MRONJ has a significant detrimental impact on quality of life, yet appropriate preventative education is not apparent. Effective interprofessional patient education and prevention to mitigate against the risk of developing MRONJ is required.
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- Andrew Sturrock
- School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Sunderland, Sunderland, UK
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- National University Centre for Oral Health, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing, University of Sunderland, Sunderland, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of Sunderland, Sunderland, UK
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Messer JG, Jiron JM, Mendieta Calle JL, Castillo EJ, Israel R, Phillips EG, Yarrow JF, Van Poznak C, Kesavalu L, Kimmel DB, Aguirre JI. Zoledronate treatment duration is linked to bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw prevalence in rice rats with generalized periodontitis. Oral Dis 2019; 25:1116-1135. [PMID: 30712276 PMCID: PMC6487955 DOI: 10.1111/odi.13052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2018] [Revised: 01/23/2019] [Accepted: 01/27/2019] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To determine the extent that zoledronate (ZOL) dose and duration is associated with bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (BRONJ) prevalence in rice rats with generalized periodontitis (PD), characterize structural and tissue-level features of BRONJ-like lesions in this model, and examine the specific anti-resorptive role of ZOL in BRONJ. MATERIALS AND METHODS Rice rats (n = 228) consumed high sucrose-casein diet to enhance generalized PD. Groups of rats received 0, 8, 20, 50 or 125 µg/kg IV ZOL/4 weeks encompassing osteoporosis and oncology ZOL doses. Rats from each dose group (n = 9-16) were necropsied after 12, 18, 24 and 30 weeks of treatment. BRONJ-like lesion prevalence and tissue-level features were assessed grossly, histopathologically and by MicroCT. ZOL bone turnover effects were assessed by femoral peripheral quantitative computed tomography, serum bone turnover marker ELISAs and osteoclast immunolabelling. RESULTS Prevalence of BRONJ-like lesions was significantly associated with (a) ZOL treatment duration, but plateaued at the lowest oncologic dose, and (b) there was a similar dose-related plateau in the systemic anti-resorptive effect of ZOL. ZOL and BRONJ-like lesions also altered the structural and tissue-level features of the jaw. CONCLUSION The relationship between BRONJ-like lesion prevalence and ZOL dose and duration varies depending on the co- or pre-existing oral risk factor. At clinically relevant doses of ZOL, BRONJ-like lesions are associated with anti-resorptive activity.
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- Jonathan G Messer
- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- Research Service, VA Medical Center, Gainesville, Florida
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- Department of Periodontology and Oral Biology, College of Dentistry, Gainesville, Florida
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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