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Question by  Bee92 (82)

What is the treatment for a compound fracture?

 
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Answer by  Feasel (1766)

Normally a splint is put in if the bones are needing to be put into place again. As well as a cast and a lot of rest and calcium.

 
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Answer by  turkworker (1007)

A compound fracture requires immediate surgery to clean the area of the injury as well as prolonged antibiotic treatment to prevent infections.

 
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Answer by  Kath (1537)

Because a compound fracture penetrates the skin, surgery is usully required, and after surgery preventing or treating infection is the number 1 requirement.

 
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Answer by  Rachel25 (49)

It may have to have external splints. Surgery may also be needed. A splint or sling may also be needed.

 
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