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What type of break can be hard to determine in the medical field?

Probably a hairline fracture.


What is remote fracture?

I don't know the specific definition but a remote fracture is one that is not fresh. As in an old fracture. There is probably a rule that it is >6 month or >1 year or something.


What is the icd9 code for an old healed fracture?

It would be coded to a history code. What type of fracture was it stress, traumatic, or pathological?


How do you tell fracture in hand?

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Is it possible for an eighteen year old to get a green line fracture in their hand?

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What is the use of the inspection of the fracture surface to determine the percentagr of the shiny surface?

The inspection of the fracture surface is commonly used in materials science to assess the ductility and toughness of a material. The percentage of shiny surface, also known as the "percent shear area," can provide valuable information about the mode of fracture (e.g., ductile or brittle) and the energy absorbed during fracture. A higher percentage of shiny surface typically indicates a more ductile fracture, while a lower percentage suggests a more brittle fracture. This analysis is crucial for understanding the mechanical properties and failure mechanisms of materials.


What is a simple fracture and a compound fracture?

a fracture in which skin is intact at site of fracture is a closed fracture or simple fracture whereas compound fracture or an open fracture is a fracture in which the skin is perforated and there is an open wound down to the site of the fracture.


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Could a two year old cause a scull fracture in a 3 month old baby?

Yes, it is very possible that a two year old could cause a scull fracture on a 12 week old baby. Of course this would be a complete accident and it wouldn't take very much force to do so.


Which is the name for a broken bone?

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What type of fracture has a bone portruding from the skin?

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