closed fracture

noun

Definition of closed fracture

: a fracture in which the skin remains intact with no penetration or protrusion of bone : simple fracture — compare open fracture

First Known Use of closed fracture

1884, in the meaning defined above

Keep scrolling for more

Keep scrolling for more

More Definitions for closed fracture

closed fracture

noun

Medical Definition of closed fracture

: a fracture in which the skin remains intact with no penetration or protrusion of bone : simple fracture — compare open fracture