Quality of Life in Patients Diagnosed with Avascular Osteonecrosis

Aseptic osteonecrosis has a significant and multidimensional impact on patients’ quality of life, affecting physical function, psycho-emotional balance, and social integration. Its insidious progression can lead to a gradual deterioration in the perception of health status and overall quality of life. The present study evaluated a cohort of 60 patients diagnosed with aseptic osteonecrosis, in order to assess the disease’s impact on quality of life, regard-less of the treatment approach (conservative or surgical). Patients completed astandard-ized questionnaire assessing their perception of quality of life. The results highlighted the need for a patient-centered therapeutic approach, in which quality of life evaluation is integrated as a key parameter in medical decision-making, as a purely technical approach is insufficient. Restoration of motor function, psycho-social re-integrations, and enhancement of self-esteem are essential components of successful treatment.