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Can avascular necrosis in elbow be seen on xray scan?

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Yes?: It depends on how early in the process it is. Very early only a bone scan or MRI will show it regular x-rays will not.

Answered 6/10/2014

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