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Case Reports
. 1987;6(3):210-5.
doi: 10.1016/s0753-9053(87)80060-1.

Avascular necrosis of the proximal carpal row. A case report

[Article in English, French]
J Bayley  1 , B Simmons
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Case Reports

Avascular necrosis of the proximal carpal row. A case report

[Article in English, French]
J Bayley et al. Ann Chir Main. 1987.

Abstract

Avascular necrosis of bone has been described in many sites, including the carpal bones. The case history of a patient with avascular necrosis of the entire proximal row, previously undescribed, is detailed. Numerous contributing factors, including steroid administration, hyperlipidemia, and systemic lupus erythematosus are noted. Occult wrist pain in any patient with known risk factors for avascular necrosis is a warning sign; early bone scan may help prevent late complications.

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