Osteonecrosis

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Osteonecrosis, also called avascular necrosis, refers to ischaemic necrosis of bone caused by impaired blood supply. It may affect any part of the bone but most commonly the knee and femoral head.

Diagnosis and evaluation

Imaging

MRI is the main imaging modality in the evaluation of osteonecrosis.

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