Sentences with phrase «as avascular»

Also known as avascular necrosis of the femoral head, this problem occurs when there is an interruption of the blood...

Also known as avascular necrosis of the femoral head, this problem occurs when there is an interruption of the blood supply to the head of the femur, part of the ball and socket joint between the pelvis and femur.

Legg - Calve - Perthes disease is also known as avascular or aseptic necrosis of the femoral head.

Indications include developmental bone problems such as avascular necrosis of the femoral head (Legg - Perthes Disease), irreparable fractures, hip luxation that can not be successfully managed by other methods, and arthritis for reasons other than joint infection.

Legg - Calve - Perthes disease is also known as avascular necrosis of the femoral head.

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And as we know, ligaments are highly avascular, which means that if there is a tear in a ligament, it will take a long time to heal because of poor circulation to the area.