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Imaging recommendation · Musculoskeletal

Suspected avascular necrosis of hip

Recommended: MRI Hip without contrast is the preferred imaging study for suspected avascular necrosis of hip. Most sensitive for early disease.

Recommended study

MRI Hip without contrast

MRI No contrast Preferred Musculoskeletal Outpatient Reviewed

Most sensitive for early disease. X-ray for late changes (crescent sign, collapse).

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