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Bone fracture repair - series: Procedure

 Procedure

Bone fracture repair - series
Illustrations:

  • Indications
  • Procedure
  • Procedure
  • Aftercare
  • The three main treatment options for bone fractures are:

    Update Date: 7/17/2008

    Updated by: Andrew L Chen, MD, MS, Orthopedist, The Alpine Clinic, Littleton, NH. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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