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In a Comminuted fracture, the bone is broken into three or more pieces.
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What is the medical term meaning fracture in which the bone is splintered or crushed?
A comminuted fracture is a fracture in which the bone breaks into multiple separate pieces. In order for a fracture to be comminuted it has to have broken into atleast three separate pieces, just remember this since there are numerous different types of fractures and it can get quite confusing at times.
What is a bowing fracture?
A bowing fracture is a fracture that only happens in children where the bone bends but does not break.
What happens if you cast a fracture too soon?
the fracture will not heal properly.
What is a head of radius fracture?
A head of radius fracture is a break in the radial head, which is the rounded top part of the radius bone in the forearm. It commonly occurs due to a fall on an outstretched hand or from a direct impact to the elbow. Treatment may involve immobilization, physical therapy, or surgery depending on the severity of the fracture.
Complete bone fracture?
A complete fracture happens when the bone is broken clean trough and not attached.
What happens in your body when you break a bone?
fracture
What happens if you don't get surgery for my puppy's spiral fracture?
it will die
What happens when you fracture your larynx?
When you Fracture your larynx. These Fracture can cause air to escape into the neck and chest, and can cause respiratory problems and even death. If not treated or getting medical help ASAP
Where does a Colles fracture happen?
A Colles fracture happens when you fall backwards and put your weight on your wrist and the radious is broken.
What happens when rocks are stressed past the point at which they can maintain their integrity?
They fracture
What type of fracture happens only in children?
Greenstick Fractures only occur in young pliable bones.
What happens to rocks when they undergo stress?
When the tension (stress) is great enough, they will fracture or deform.
