Mesh term Fracture Fixation
Browse to parent terms:Orthopedic Procedures
Description
The use of metallic devices inserted into or through bone to hold a fracture in a set position and alignment while it heals.Browse to child terms:
Closed Fracture Reduction
Fracture Fixation, Internal
Ilizarov Technique
Open Fracture Reduction
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