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Avascular Necrosis

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Description: Avascular Necrosis (Aseptic Necrosis) of the hip represents a condition where the hip has at least temporarily lost the critical blood supply to the ball part (femoral head) of the hip. This can cause a condition where the bone begins to collapse at this weakened site and then arthritis can begin.

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Author/Contact: R Glosser
Institution: DrMendBone
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Language: English

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Added: Fri Jan 11 2002
Last Modified: Sun Mar 23 2008