Management of Avascular Necrosis in the Foot and Ankle

Avascular necrosis (AVN) involving the bones of the foot and ankle represents a uniquely challenging group of conditions for the foot and ankle surgeon. These rare ailments can strike from a multitude of etiologic pathways and present with a broad range of symptoms and severities. While neither as common nor as easily recognizable as posttraumatic arthritis and lower leg deformity, AVN of bone can lead to considerable disability and compromised function. This makes both recognition and treatment of AVN a challenge for the foot and ankle specialist and underscores the importance of accurately identifying, classifying, and managing these injuries.
Source: Foot and Ankle Clinics - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Tags: Preface Source Type: research