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*Stoica Z et al. Imaging of Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head: Familiar Methods and Newer Trends. Curr Health Sci J. 2009 Jan-Mar; 35(1): 23–28.
*Stoica Z et al. Imaging of Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head: Familiar Methods and Newer Trends. Curr Health Sci J. 2009 Jan-Mar; 35(1): 23–28.
*Kelly JD et al. Femoral head avascular necrosis treatment & management. Aug 16, 2015. http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/86568-treatment#showall.
*Kelly JD et al. Femoral head avascular necrosis treatment & management. Aug 16, 2015. http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/86568-treatment#showall.
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Revision as of 02:46, 5 January 2016

Background

Imaging

  • Plain XR is poorly sensitive in early stages, as low as 41%
  • Radiographic changes may be delayed by years
  • MRI ~90% sensitivity and specificity

Disposition

  • Initial supportive care until later stages of disease
  • Orthopedic consultation for repeat imaging and risk stratification for surgical treatment

Sources