What Causes Preiser's Disease?

It is thought to be caused by repetitive microtrauma or side effects of drugs (e.g., steroids or chemotherapy) in conjunction with existing defective vascular supply to the proximal pole of the scaphoid. MRI coupled with CT and X-ray are the methods of choice for diagnosis.

What is avascular necrosis of scaphoid called?

Preiser's Disease is a condition caused by avascular necrosis of the scaphoid which can lead to progressive radial-sided wrist pain.

What happens if the scaphoid bone dies?

Avascular necrosis occurs when part of the scaphoid bone dies because of the loss of blood flow. This can eventually result in fragmentation and the collapse of the bone. Its presence also makes repair of the scaphoid much more difficult.