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Medical Conditions - Osteoradionecrosis

Osteoradionecrosis is a complication of radiation treatment for cancers. For those who had to undergo repeated treatment using ionizing radiation to kill the cancer cells, the bone tissue may get damaged in the long run. It progresses gradually as a necrotizing infection leading to fractures and degeneration of the bones.

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What is the reason for new wound during chemotherapy?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.The most common causes for a wound at the operated or treated site is - osteoradionecrosis and recurrent cancer.

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