Fracture

What does "Fracture" 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

A "fracture" in a medical document refers to a break in a bone. This can range from a small crack to a complete break where the bone is split into two or more pieces. It's like when a stick or a piece of hard plastic breaks - it can either have a small crack or it can break into separate pieces.

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