Avascular necrosis of the hip

Case contributed by Ahmed Abdrabou
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Right hip pain and limited movement

Patient Data

Age: 40 years
Gender: Male
x-ray

Right femoral head subchondral lucency, crescent sign, partial collapse and increased density.

Case Discussion

Diagnosis: Stage III AVN of femoral head.

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