Abnormal results of fracture repair include damage to nearby nerves or primary blood vessels. Improper alignment causing deformity is also an abnormal outcome, however, with today's medical technology it is relatively rare
the body begins to produce new tissue to bridge the broken pieces. At first, this tissue (called a callus) is soft and easily injured. Later, the body deposits bone minerals until the callus becomes a solid piece of bone
Fracture repair is usually performed by an orthopedic surgeon, general surgeon, or family physician.
Fracture repair is accomplished by means of applied traction , surgery, and immobilizing affected bones.
Once the procedure for fracture repair is completed, the body begins to produce new tissue to bridge the fracture site and rejoin the broken pieces
Common symptoms of a cat with a tibia fracture include limping, swelling, and pain. Treatment options may include surgery to repair the fracture, immobilization with a splint or cast, and pain management medication. It is important to consult a veterinarian for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Fracture repair is required when there is a need for restoration of the normal position and function of the broken bone. Throughout the stages of fracture healing, the bones must be held firmly in the correct position
Fracture repair is the process of rejoining and realigning the ends of broken bones, usually performed by an orthopedist, general surgeon, or family doctor.
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Infection can interfere with bone repair. This risk is greater in the case of a compound fracture (a bone fracture causing an open wound) where ideal conditions are present for severe streptococcal and staphylococcal infections
It is generally called reducing a fracture
Common metals used in the human body during fracture repair include stainless steel, titanium, and cobalt-chromium alloys. These metals are often used in implants such as plates, screws, and pins to stabilize fractured bones and aid in the healing process.
Immediately following surgical repair of a fracture, x rays may be again taken through the cast or splint to evaluate whether the rejoined pieces are in good position for healing.