/newsroom/taxonomy/term/8554/all en /newsroom/channels/news/understanding-bone-death-261719 <p><a href="/newsroom"><strong><em>ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Newsroom</em></strong></a></p> <p><em>Researchers discover new genetic mutation linked to osteonecrosis of the hip</em></p> <p><span>Scientists at the Research Institute of ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) have discovered a new genetic mutation linked to osteonecrosis of the hip, specifically the femoral head – the spherical-shaped mass at the top of the femur. This breakthrough could allow doctors to identify and treat the disease before symptoms arise and potentially avoid hip replacements.</span></p> Wed, 13 Jul 2016 15:36:55 +0000 katherine.gombay@mcgill.ca 26015 at /newsroom