International Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Open Access
ISSN: 2329-9096
ISSN: 2329-9096
Dr, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Consultant to the Paley Orthopedic and Spine Institute at St. M, West Palm Beach, Florida, USA
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Avascular Necrosis of the Femoral Head: The Challenge of Early Identification and Intervention in Idiopathic Cases
Author(s): Craig H. Lichtblau*, Christopher Warburton, Gabrielle Meli and Allyson Gorman
Avascular Necrosis of the Femoral Head (AVNFH) can have known causes, but many cases are idiopathic and are diagnostically challenging. Because early intervention vastly improves outcomes in AVNFH, it is important that we develop better means for identifying these cases. Here we present a case of an incidental finding of idiopathic AVNFH in a young woman and the methods used to preserve the femoral head and prevent or delay the need for total hip arthroplasty. We highlight key research findings to contextualize the case and the urgent need for early identification of idiopathic cases and better treatment options for young patients... View More»
DOI:
10.35248/2329-9096.22.S20.001