Meaning of Open fracture
A fracture in which the broken bone penetrates through the skin, causing an open wound.
In simple words: A broken bone that creates an open wound in the skin.
Open fracture in a sentence
- The athlete suffered an open fracture during the game.
- An open fracture requires immediate medical attention to prevent infection.
- Doctors treat an open fracture differently than a closed fracture.
- An open fracture can be very painful and may need surgery.
- It's important to clean an open fracture properly to avoid complications.
How to use Open fracture
Used in medical contexts; suitable for discussions about injuries and fractures. Avoid using in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
adjective + noun
Memory hint
Think of an 'open' door where the 'fracture' means the bone has broken through the skin.
Related words
Collocations with Open fracture
- suffer an open fracture
- treat an open fracture
- diagnose an open fracture
Synonyms for Open fracture
- compound fracture
- exposed fracture
- open break
Common mistakes with Open fracture
- Confusing with 'closed fracture' which does not pierce the skin.
- Using 'open fracture' when referring to other types of wounds.
- Mispronouncing it as 'open fracture' instead of the correct medical term.
Open fracture appears in
Open fracture in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
كسر مفتوح
عظمة مكسورة تسبب جرحًا مفتوحًا في الجلد.
- Bengaliবাংলা
খোলা ফ্র্যাকচার
একটি ভাঙা হাড় যা ত্বকে একটি খোলা ক্ষত তৈরি করে।
- GermanDeutsch
Offene Fraktur
Ein Knochenbruch, der eine offene Wunde in der Haut verursacht.
- SpanishEspañol
Fractura abierta
Un hueso roto que crea una herida abierta en la piel.
- Persianفارسی
شکستگی باز
استخوان شکستهای که زخم باز روی پوست ایجاد میکند.
- FrenchFrançais
Fracture ouverte
Un os cassé qui fait une plaie ouverte dans la peau.
- Hindiहिन्दी
खुला फ्रैक्चर
एक टूटी हुई हड्डी जिससे त्वचा में खुला घाव हो जाता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Frattura esposta
Un osso rotto che crea una ferita aperta nella pelle.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Fratura exposta
Um osso quebrado que cria uma ferida aberta na pele.
- RussianРусский
Открытый перелом
Сломанная кость, которая образует открытую рану на коже.
- Urduاردو
کھلی ہوئی ہڈی کا فریکچر
ایک ٹوٹی ہوئی ہڈی جو جلد میں کھلا زخم پیدا کرتی ہے۔
- Chinese中文
开放性骨折
骨头断了,皮肤上出现了一个伤口。
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the middle point or part of something
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to say that you will cause trouble, hurt somebody, etc. if you do not get what you want
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A phrase indicating that a group never performs an action.
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Frequently asked questions about Open fracture
What does Open fracture mean?
A broken bone that creates an open wound in the skin.
What is the definition of Open fracture?
A fracture in which the broken bone penetrates through the skin, causing an open wound.
How do you use Open fracture in a sentence?
The athlete suffered an open fracture during the game.
Can you give another example of Open fracture?
An open fracture requires immediate medical attention to prevent infection.
What are synonyms for Open fracture?
Common alternatives include compound fracture, exposed fracture, open break.
What words go with Open fracture?
It commonly pairs with suffer an open fracture, treat an open fracture, diagnose an open fracture.
What are common mistakes when using Open fracture?
Confusing with 'closed fracture' which does not pierce the skin. Using 'open fracture' when referring to other types of wounds. Mispronouncing it as 'open fracture' instead of the correct medical term.
How do you pronounce Open fracture?
US: //ˈoʊpən ˈfræktʃər//, UK: //ˈəʊpən ˈfraktʃər//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Open fracture?
Used in medical contexts; suitable for discussions about injuries and fractures. Avoid using in casual conversations.
