Avascular necrosis: causes, symptoms, treatments, prevention and more
What is Avascular Necrosis? Avascular necrosis occurs as a result of dead bone tissue due to a lack of blood supply. Also called osteonecrosis, aseptic necrosis, or ischemic bone necrosis, over time, the bone becomes tiny and can lead to breakage of the bones and the bone’s eventual collapse. A broken bone or dislocated joint …