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In which bones can you get avascular necrosis?
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Shoulder and hip: The two most affected are the proximal humerus (shoulder) and the femoral head (hip). Other possible sites include the medial femoral condyle (knee) or the talus (ankle), especially after a traumatic injury.
Answered 3/1/2014
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All of them: Virtually all bones can get avn (avascular necrosis). Usually avn occurs at the ends of bones, at the joint.
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