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Absolutely. It is the largest and thickest long bone, meaning more blood supply. However, most patients survive upon prompt EMS response. A traction splint is usually used in this event, which helps control the pain and bleeding, by realigning the bone.

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Yes, if the bone pretrudes the skin infection can take place and if not treated you could die, or if the bone cut in to one of your main arteries you could.

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