What treatment is available for AVN?
If diagnosed early, AVN may be treated with medications, range of motion exercise and reduced weight bearing to allow the joint to heal or prevent further damage. Most patients will eventually require more extensive treatment with surgery. Surgical treatment of AVN can range from removal of portions of affected bone to replacement of the entire affected joint. For more information, go to: http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec05/ch064/ch064a.html http://arthritis.about.com/od/avn/ss/avn_5.
