Osteonecrosis. What Is New?

Osteonecrosis, also known as aseptic necrosis, is a pathological process that has been associated with numerous conditions. The pathogenesis of osteonecrosis and especially the treatment both remain an area of controversy. In this article we review the etiology and pathogenesis of osteonecrosis as well as the main therapeutic options.

La osteonecrosis, también conocida como necrosis avascular, se ha asociado a numerosos procesos. Su patogenia y, especialmente, su tratamiento son motivo de controversia. En este artículo se revisan la etiología y la patogenia de la osteonecrosis y sus principales opciones terapéuticas.