r/AvascularNecrosis

Image 1 — Stage 2? 3?
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Stage 2? 3?

My orthopedic surgeon says that core decompression is no longer an option and that I need my left hip replaced. It has been extremely painful to walk since 6/3. I don't have a pic of my latest xrays but the necrosis is present on it. Here is my MRI though. Thoughts?

Btw I have lupus and was on very high doses of oral steroids for a very long time and received IV 1000mg of methylprednisolone 3 days in a row last year to save my life.

u/prncssdelicia — 10 days ago

Xray review and what can be done in this case

This is an X-ray of 51 year old women . She had an operation in her childhood (4 year ) and now this is the condition . Some doctor are telling her that it is AVN and operation is very difficult in this case as it is very complicated case. But sometimes it cause severe pain. Any suggestions please..

u/Mental_Message5327 — 11 days ago