Acute fractures

What does "Acute fractures" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Acute fractures refer to broken bones that have occurred recently, usually within the past few days. These fractures are typically the result of a specific injury or trauma, such as a fall, a car accident, or a sports injury. The term "acute" is used to differentiate these recent fractures from older, healing, or healed fractures. Symptoms of acute fractures can include severe pain, swelling, and sometimes visible deformity of the affected area.

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