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What exactly is avascular nuecrosis. i have it badly so far one ankle has been fused and they don't no what to do woth the other one.my main vaulves on?

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See below: It is death of the bone usually due to trauma. If you are a football or baseball fan this is the condition that ended bo jackson's sports career.

Answered 2/18/2013

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Dr. Steven Sheskier answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Dead bone: Avascular necrosis of bone is due to poor or no circulation to a bone. The bone dies and can break up eventually. There are surgeries specific to the ankle bone ( talus) that can help depending on the size of the area affected. Sometimes long term bracing can protect the bone till the bone becomes revascularized.

Answered 1/19/2014

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