Current diagnostic methods for detecting avascular necrosis and irreversible bone death of the proximal pole of the scaphoid: a systematic review
Published online on May 22, 2026
Abstract
Journal of Hand Surgery (European Volume), Ahead of Print.
Introduction:Owing to the scaphoid’s retrograde blood supply, fractures can compromise perfusion to the proximal pole, making it vulnerable to avascular necrosis (AVN) or irreversible bone death. Despite their differing prognoses, both conditions are ...
Introduction:Owing to the scaphoid’s retrograde blood supply, fractures can compromise perfusion to the proximal pole, making it vulnerable to avascular necrosis (AVN) or irreversible bone death. Despite their differing prognoses, both conditions are ...