English Explanatory Dictionary

avascular necrosis

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A disease resulting from the temporary or permanent loss of the blood supply to the bones, causing bone tissue death and bone collapse.

Word forms

avascular necrosis avascular necroses

Synonyms

osteonecrosis aseptic necrosis ischemic bone necrosis
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