Ischemic Bone Necrosis
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Ischemic bone necrosis, also known as osteonecrosis, occurs when an area of the bone loses its blood supply and the bone tissue begins to deteriorate. It frequently affects joints such as the hip, the knee, or the shoulder.
When is it worth getting checked? It is worth consulting when joint pain appears that increases with movement or weight-bearing and that persists or limits daily activities.
Common causes: It can be associated with previous injuries, prolonged use of certain medications, or some diseases; in other cases no clear reason is identified.
Which specialist treats it? The orthopedic surgeon is the right professional to study it with the support of X-rays and other imaging studies. If joint pain does not let up, asking for their evaluation helps to understand what is happening.
Data on 96 doctors who treat ischemic bone necrosis
Which specialist treats ischemic bone necrosis?
Ischemic bone necrosis (avascular necrosis) is diagnosed and treated by an orthopedist, a specialist in bones and joints. If you have persistent joint pain that worsens with activity, see this specialist. You can find orthopedists near you through our directory.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in ischemic bone necrosis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. César Nájera
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Diego Alejandro Oliva Vallejo
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Rogelio García Cruz
Dr. Christian Jonathan Ventoledo López
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Michel Villatoro Villar
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. José Alberto Flores Hernández
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Frequently asked questions
What is ischemic bone necrosis?
Ischemic bone necrosis, also known as osteonecrosis, occurs when an area of the bone loses its blood supply and the bone tissue begins to deteriorate. It frequently affects joints such as the hip, the knee, or the shoulder.
Which doctor treats ischemic bone necrosis?
Ischemic bone necrosis (avascular necrosis) is diagnosed and treated by an orthopedist, a specialist in bones and joints. If you have persistent joint pain that worsens with activity, see this specialist. You can find orthopedists near you through our directory.