An Unusual Complication in Osteonecrosis of Femoral Head: A Case Report

We report a case of fracture of femoral head occurring in the setting of underlying osteonecrosis following a low-energy trauma in a middle-aged male. Patient also has underlying pelvic pathology from a previous trauma. The possible mechanism of injury is discussed. Extensive literature search revea...

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Main Authors: Singaravadivelu Vaidyanathan, Yuvaraja Murugan, Kingsly Paulraj
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2013-01-01
Series:Case Reports in Orthopedics
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/313289