fracture a bone

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A more formal or medical term for breaking a bone.

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  • The X-ray confirmed that the patient had fractured a bone in his wrist.
  • If you fall from that height, you are very likely to fracture a bone.
  • Fracturing a bone is a serious injury that requires immediate medical attention.
  • She unfortunately fractured a bone in her foot during the marathon.
  • In the accident, a bone in his leg was fractured in multiple places.
  • Elderly people with osteoporosis can fracture a bone from even a minor slip.
  • The doctor's main concern was to ensure he didn't fracture another bone during recovery.
  • He realized he had fractured a bone when he couldn't put any weight on his ankle.
  • Is it possible to fracture a bone and not be aware of it immediately?
  • The official report states the impact was severe enough to fracture a bone in his spine.