Publications by authors named "Matthew W Hershberger"
Is maxillary sinusitis and radiographic maxillary sinus opacification associated with an altered microbiology of MRONJ?
Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol
April 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the relationship between the microbiome of maxillary MRONJ (medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw) and concurrent maxillary sinusitis, particularly focusing on the bacteria present in affected patients.
- A retrospective analysis of 39 patients showed that a high percentage had resident or opportunistic bacteria, with those suffering from sinusitis having significantly more chronic sinusitis microbes.
- The findings suggest that gram-positive anaerobes like Propionibacterium and the gram-negative Capnocytophaga are prevalent in MRONJ patients with sinus issues, indicating potential benefits from sinus evaluation and treatment for these individuals.
Purpose: Oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMS) residencies commonly affiliate with Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMC) to extend care for veterans. This study quantifies the surgical experience of residents at the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz (CMC) VAMC in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and determines the number of programs affiliated with VA Medical Centers, to enumerate the educational benefits and improve veteran healthcare.
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