Abstract | BACKGROUND: Various pharmacological treatments have been suggested to treat osteonecrosis of the femoral head. However, their practicability remains a controversial issue. METHODS: We systemically reviewed articles published during last 20 years to assess the efficacy and safety of the pharmacological treatments. RESULTS: CONCLUSIONS: No pharmacological prevention or treatment of osteonecrosis is recommendable at this moment.
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Authors | Yun Jong Lee, Quanjun Cui, Kyung-Hoi Koo |
Journal | Journal of bone metabolism
(J Bone Metab)
Vol. 26
Issue 1
Pg. 13-18
(Feb 2019)
ISSN: 2287-6375 [Print] Korea (South) |
PMID | 30899719
(Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)
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