: a bone fracture resulting in an open wound through which bone fragments usually protrude : open fracture compare simple fracture
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Recent Examples on the WebPrescott enters training camp healthy after a 2020 compound fracture and dislocation of his ankle, followed by 2021 strains to the latissimus muscle in his throwing shoulder and then his calf. Jori Epstein, USA TODAY, 27 July 2022 And then, about an inch below my shoulder, a full compound fracture. Antonia Debianchi, PEOPLE.com, 28 July 2022 Prescott suffered a compound fracture and dislocation of his right ankle—the same side as this calf strain—in Week 5 of last season. Jori Epstein, USA TODAY, 28 Oct. 2021 One of these family members is currently recovering from a compound fracture that occurred when one of the dogs jumped on them.Washington Post, 29 Jan. 2022 One of these family members is currently recovering from a compound fracture which occurred as a result of one of the dogs jumping on them. Amy Dickinson, oregonlive, 29 Jan. 2022 One of these family members is currently recovering from a compound fracture which occurred as a result of one of the dogs jumping on them. Amy Dickinson, Detroit Free Press, 29 Jan. 2022 One of these family members is currently recovering from a compound fracture which occurred as a result of one of the dogs jumping on them. Amy Dickinson, chicagotribune.com, 29 Jan. 2022 Those expectations are fueled by several factors, including Prescott’s production to start the season after returning from a compound fracture and dislocation of his right ankle last season that required two surgeries. Jori Epstein, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2021 See More