Surgical management of mandibular osteoradionecrosis: risk factors, timeline and surgical outcomes

Key Points

• Surgical outcomes improve with timely intervention for mandibular osteoradionecrosis, suggesting early treatment may enhance recovery.
• Key risk factors include prior radiation therapy and the degree of bone involvement, affecting recovery rates significantly.
• Observational analysis focusing on surgical outcomes over a defined timeline provides a comprehensive understanding of recovery.
• Findings highlight the need for individualized surgical approaches, emphasizing the importance of addressing specific risk factors.