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displaced fracture [displāst] Etymology: Fr, deplacement, to remove a traumatic bone break in which two ends of a fractured bone are separated and out of their normal positions. The ends may pierce surrounding skin, as in a compound fracture, or may be contained within the skin, as in a closed fracture. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Closed reductions of arytenoid dislocations or minimally displaced fractures of the laryngeal skeleton, occasionally followed by endoscopically introduced stents, have been suggested as alternatives to open reductions. [10] Displaced fractures are considered an orthopedic emergency. Internal fixation requires surgery to explore the pelvis, followed by reduction of the displaced fracture segments. |
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