Osteoradionecrosis of the Temporal Bone: An Evidence-Based Approach

Conclusions: ORNTB is a rare complication of radiotherapy that may present years after initial radiation exposure. Management should be aimed at relief of presenting symptoms and treatment of ORNTB associated complications. Both conservative and surgical measures may adequately control the disease process and symptomatology; however, randomized controlled studies comparing treatments would serve to further corroborate these findings.
Source: Otology and Neurotology - Category: ENT & OMF Tags: Tumors of the Ear and Cranial Base Source Type: research