Mandibular involvement in SAPHO syndrome: a retrospective study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Mandible osteomyelitis can occur in synovitis, acne, pustulosis, hyperostosis, and osteitis (SAPHO) syndrome, a rare chronic inflammatory disease; however, few studies have explored its characteristics and management.

Methods

We reviewed the medical records of consecutive SAPHO patients with mandible involvement diagnosed in Peking Union Medical College Hospital from September 2014 to July 2019. Demographic, clinical, laboratory, and imaging data were collected at baseline. Prescription data and follow-up magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) images were collected from the hospital information system. An electronic questionnaire was distributed to all patients to obtain their latest symptoms.

Results

A total of 26 SAPHO p

SUBMITTER: Wang M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7643311 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature