Internal fixation
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| Internal fixation | |
|---|---|
| Term | Internal fixation |
| Short definition | a method of holding a broken bone in place using surgically inserted screws, rods, or plates |
| Type | Medical term |
| Specialty | General |
| Language | English |
| Source | AMA |
| Comments | |
Internal fixation (definition) a method of holding a broken bone in place using surgically inserted screws, rods, or plates
==Internal fixation (overview)==