1. Fractures: MedlinePlus
A fracture is a break, usually in a bone. If the broken bone punctures the skin, it is called an open or compound fracture. Fractures commonly happen because of car accidents, falls or sports injuries. Another cause is osteoporosis,...
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2. ATSDR - ToxFAQs™: Tin and Compounds
Highlights; What are tin and tin compounds? What happens to tin and tin compounds when they enter the environment? How might I be exposed to tin and tin compounds? How can tin and tin compounds affect my health? How likely are tin...
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3. Skull Fracture
A skull fracture is a break in one of the bones of your head. A fracture may be a hairline crack, or it can be what is called a depressed fracture. A skull fracture can injure the brain. Bacteria can enter the skull and may cause an...
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4. Compound Fractures - NYTimes.com
I enjoyed this puzzle so much, I didn’t want it to end. I’m a sucker for exactly this kind of wordplay and every single theme answer made me smile. 22 Across is already a catch phrase but it seems to me that some of the others could catch on as well.
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5. A Compound to Accelerate Bone Fracture Healing and Regeneration
Researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina have discovered a novel protein with bone regenerative properties. Following traumatic bone breaks such as auto accidents, falls from height, or military battles, bones take a prolonged peri...
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6. Fracture, compound definition - Medical Dictionary definitions of popular medical terms easily defined on MedTerms
A fracture is a break in the bone or cartilage. It usually is a result of trauma but can be due to an acquired disease of bone such as osteoporosis or abnormal formation of bone in a congenital disease of bone such as osteogenesis imperfecta ("bri...
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7. Gallery - Category: Satellite Imagery - Picture: Ridges and Fractures in Yellowstone National Park
Ridges and Fractures in Yellowstone National Park SPOT-2 10m resolution pan-sharpened multi-spectral January 14, 2006 © CNES Distribution SPOT Images Corporation
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8. Fractures
A fracture is a partial or complete break in the bone. When a fracture occurs, it is classified as either open or closed:
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9. Fractures
Like burns and bruises, certain fracture presentations are likely to be accidental, whereas others are highly likely to be inflicted.
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10. Fractures
A fracture is a broken bone. If not treated properly, a fracture can lead to long term disability. A fracture may be closed (the broken bone does not break through the skin) or open (the skin is broken over the fracture site, and...
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