Why does femoral neck fracture carry the risk of avascular necrosis of the femoral head?

Why does femoral neck fracture carry the risk of avascular necrosis of the femoral head? b) Explain why a fracture of the neck of the femur is typically associated with a shortened and externally rotated lower limb c) Why might a knee problem present as hip pain and vice versa?

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