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open fracture

noun

Definition of open fracture

: a fracture associated with an open wound or break in the skin through which bone often protrudes : compound fracture

First Known Use of open fracture

1852, in the meaning defined above

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open fracture

noun

Medical Definition of open fracture

: a fracture associated with an open wound or break in the skin through which bone often protrudes : compound fracture — compare closed fracture

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