Role of MRI in detecting avascular necrosis of hip joints in post covid patients

Aim -To identify and early diagnose AVN of hip joint in post covid 19 patients presenting with hip pain.Materials and methods-20 patients were evaluated over a 12-month period to investigate avascular bone necrosis (AVN) in COVID-19 patients with hip joint pain.The inclusion criteria consisted of a positive COVID-19 PCR test and concurrent hip joint pain, while prior hip joint injury, steroid treatment history, and severe chronic illnesses were among the exclusion criteria.Results-The study found that the mean interval between the onset of initial symptoms and the MRI examination was 2-4 weeks.Conclusion-Early diagnosis through MRI plays a vital role in enhancing patient care and potentially averting the need for surgical interventions in post-COVID-19 individuals with hip pain.