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What is the difference between a fractured bone and a broken bone?

April 26, 2017bone Broken fractured

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What is the difference between a fractured bone and a broken bone?

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There is no difference. A fractured bone is a broken bone. A fractured bone can be partially or completely broken. Partially or completely fractured the bone is still a broken bone. If the bone breaks through the skin it is called an open or compound fracture. If the bone breaks and does not break the skin it is called a closed or simple fracture.