The patient was diagnosed with avascular necrosis of the ________ epiphysis.
A)periosteal
B)synovial
C)femoral
D)popliteal

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Avascular necrosis (AVN) is a condition in which bone tissue dies due to a lack of blood supply. It most commonly affects the femoral head (C) and can lead to hip joint collapse and disability. The periosteum (A) is the outer layer of bone tissue, while the synovium (B) lines joints and produces synovial fluid. The popliteal (D) area is located at the back of the knee joint.

The Patient Was Diagnosed with Avascular Necrosis of the ________