open reduction

reduction /re·duc·tion/ (-shun)

1. the correction of a fracture, luxation, or hernia.

2. the addition of hydrogen to a substance, or more generally, the gain of electrons.

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closed reduction  the manipulative reduction of a fracture without incision.

open reduction  reduction of a fracture after incision into the fracture site.

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open reduction

n.

Reduction of a fractured bone by manipulation after incision into skin and muscle over the site of the fracture.

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open reduction

Etymology: AS, open + L, reducere, to lead back

a surgical procedure for reducing a fracture or dislocation by exposing the skeletal parts involved.

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reduction

1. the correction of a fracture, luxation or hernia.

2. the addition of hydrogen to a substance, or more generally, the gain of electrons; the opposite of oxidation.

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angle of reduction

in the Ortolani maneuver, the point at which the femoral head returns to the acetabulum.

closed reduction

the manipulative reduction of a fracture without incision.

reduction forceps

bone holding forceps used to hold fracture fragments in position during surgery.

open reduction

reduction of a fracture after incision into the fracture site.

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open reduction

Orthopedics The reduction of a fracture by direct visualization after surgical exposure. Cf Closed reduction.