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Major histocompatibility complex class II polymorphisms are associated with the development of anti-resorptive agent-induced osteonecrosis of the jaw.
Journal of cranio-maxillo-facial surgery : official publication of the European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery - 1 Jan 2013
Stockmann Philipp, Nkenke Emeka, Englbrecht Matthias, Schlittenbauer Tilo, Wehrhan Falk, Rauh Claudia, Beckmann Matthias W, Fasching Peter A, Kreusch Thomas, Mackensen Andreas, Wullich Bernd, Schett Georg, Spriewald Bernd M
Abstract excerpt
The aetiology of anti-resorptive agent-induced osteonecrosis of the jaw (ARONJ) is still under debate. Clinical and genetic risk factors are currently being investigated to help understand its pathogenesis. This case-control study analysed a large number of cancer patients (n = 230) under therapy with intravenous bisphosphonates, half of which were diagnosed with ARONJ. Multiple myeloma, greater patient age and...
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