chronic

Avascular necrosis

Avascular (AVN), also called osteonecrosis or bone infarction, is death of bone due to interruption of the blood supply. Early on, there may be no symptoms. Gradually joint pain may develop, which may limit the person's ability to move. may include collapse of the bone or nearby joint surface.

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Symptoms — what it feels like

·Joint pain, decreased ability to move

How it's found

·Medical ,

Treatment

·Medication, not walking on the affected leg, stretching,

Complications

·Osteoarthritis

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