Avascular necrosis (AVN) is a rare but serious complication of pediatric musculoskeletal injury, traditionally associated with corticosteroid use, trauma, or systemic disease. However, stimulant medications used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may contribute to AVN risk through effects on bone metabolism and vascular tone, including reduced bone mineral density and increased sympathetic activity. In clinical practice, we observed a case of AVN in a child with ADHD…
