Analyzing the Risk of Osteoradionecrosis For Intensity-Modulated Photon vs Proton Therapy in Oropharyngeal Carcinoma—Reply

Key Points

• This response addresses the risk of osteoradionecrosis in patients receiving different types of radiotherapy for oropharyngeal cancer.
• Review of existing literature on osteoradionecrosis
• Comparison of intensity-modulated photon therapy and proton therapy
• Discussion of clinical implications based on the findings
• Acknowledges the rarity of osteoradionecrosis
• Reiterates the need for careful assessment when choosing treatment modalities
• Emphasizes the clinical relevance of understanding treatment risks