Definition of Avascular necrosis
1. Noun. (pathology) A disease resulting from the temporary or permanent loss of the blood supply to the bones, causing bone tissue death and bone collapse. ¹
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Medical Definition of Avascular necrosis
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Aetiology (PLASTIC RAGS): P pancreatitis, L lupus, A alcohol, S steroids, T trauma, I idiopathic, infection, C caisson disease, collagen vascular disease, R radiation, rheumatoid arthritis, A amyloid, G Gaucher disease, S sickle cell disease findings: sclerosis, crescent sign, collapse (e.g., of femoral head) see also: staging
(12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Avascular Necrosis
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