Online ISSN: 2515-8260

Age and Stage as Crucial Determinant in the Treatment Strategies of Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head

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Dr. Dev Reshi Kumar Pandey1 (Associate Professor), Dr. Ripudaman Sharma2 (Assistant Professor) & Dr. Suhail Wani3

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Background: Avascular necrosis of femoral head is an illness characterized by interruption of blood supply to the femoral head and mostly affects young adults. If it is not treated timely, its progression leads femoral head collapse and hip arthroplasty. Along with the idiopathic cases, some predisposing risk factors are also associated to develop avascular necrosis. Early diagnosis can preserve the hip joint. MRI imaging is considered the most effective and sensitive diagnostic tool for avascular necrosis which is helpful to detect in early stage

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