Embedded Files
Exam Cram
Exam Cram
Avascular Necrosis (or osteonecrosis) is the death of bone tissue to loss of blood supply, associated with long term steroid use
Locations: hip, jaw (BSP association)
Presents: sudden onset dull ache, limited use
MRI: bone marrow oedema
Management: core decompression with bone grafting (if young) otherwise total joint replacement
Page written in 2024.
Page updated
Google Sites
Report abuse