Bone Fractures

What is Bone Fractures?

Broken; it is the breakage and deterioration of the structure of the bones spontaneously or due to external factors. Fracture has 2 parts, open and closed fractures. Open fracture; is the condition where the ends or all of the broken bone can be seen.Closed fracture; It is the feeling of severe pain, the inability to move the limb, but not being visible when viewed from the outside.

Fracture Symptoms

Inability to move, swelling and bruising, severe pain and deformities are the symptoms of fracture.

How Is a Fracture Diagnosed?

If it is an open fracture with the bone ends visible, it can be easily diagnosed. It should not be touched without the support of a health institution. Fracture can be detected most accurately with magnetic resonance imaging.

How Is a Fracture Treated?

Re-bonding of the bones can be achieved with plaster application until the fractured area heals. Plaque, splint, stick, nail etc. limbs can be connected to each other with tools. In cases that cannot be cured in this way, surgery is considered appropriate depending on age.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

How Does Fracture Surgery Happen?

Fracture surgery is the process of placing the area broken off from the joint on the joint and attaching it with the help of nails, plates or screws and welding it.

How Many Hours Does Fracture Surgery Take?

Depending on the degree of fracture and the age of the person, it takes up to 2 hours.

Are Fracture Surgeries Risky?

One of the most important risks here is the risk of nonunion. Although this can be predicted according to the age and bone structure of the person, it is a situation that can be taken care of. Scarring is another risk. Against the risk of infection, a specialist surgical team and a reliable health institution should be used.

How Long is the Fracture Surgery Healing Process?

Healing is seen in flat bone fractures within 40 days at the latest. Healing in the foot bones also takes a short time. In long bone fractures, union takes a little longer. The plaster period can be given between 6 months and 12 months.

Difference Between Fracture and Dislocation

In the event of an injury, patients are most worried about not being able to distinguish between fracture and dislocation. When the fracture occurs, movement will not be possible because the bone is completely separated from the joints, but since the bone is not completely separated from the joint in the dislocation, it is possible to move it, even if it is difficult and painful. However, the most accurate result can be achieved with MR images.

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