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MeSH Heading: Fracture Fixation, Internal
Tree Number(s): E02.718.472.300; E04.555.300.300
Unique ID: D005593
RDF Unique Identifier: http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D005593
Scope Note: The use of internal devices (metal plates, nails, rods, etc.) to hold the position of a fracture in proper alignment.
Entry Term(s): Osteosynthesis, Fracture
NLM Classification #: WE 185
Previous Indexing: Fracture Fixation (1966-1969)
See Also: Internal Fixators
Public MeSH Note: 72
History Note: 72(70)
Date Established: 1972/01/01
Date of Entry: 1999/01/01
Revision Date: 2022/04/13

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