Bilateral idiopathic avascular necrosis of the scaphoid: a rare case of Preiser's disease.
Whereas avascular necrosis of the scaphoid after a fracture is well-documented, idiopathic avascular necrosis of the scaphoid (Preiser's disease) is rare. Little is known of the aetiology of the condition and even less about the best course of management. We describe a rare case of bilateral Preiser's disease. Possible aetiological factors and a summary of the current concepts of management are discussed.
Imam
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Broomfield Hospital, Chelmsford, Essex, UK. drsamimam@doctors.org.uk
Aldridge
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Lyall
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D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D008875:Middle Aged; D010020:Osteonecrosis / Q000473:pathology* / Q000534:rehabilitation; D010146:Pain / Q000209:etiology*; D059408:Pain Management; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities; D021361:Scaphoid Bone / Q000473:pathology*; D016896:Treatment Outcome