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What is a nonunion fracture?

A nonunion fracture is a broken bone that has not healed as expected and may need specialized evaluation or reconstruction.
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What is a nonunion fracture?

A nonunion fracture is a broken bone that has not healed as expected and may need specialized evaluation or reconstruction.

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Fracture healing

Nonunion fractures are among the complex fracture conditions treated by IOI.

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Care planning

Evaluation may include imaging, review of prior treatment, assessment of alignment and healing, and discussion of nonsurgical or surgical options.

Your surgeon or care team can confirm what applies to your situation.

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