# Complicated Fracture of Major Weight-Bearing Bones

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## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Non-Healing or Complex Fracture of the Femur, Tibia, Pelvis, or One or More of the Talocrural Bones

## Definition

A non-healing or complex fracture of the femur, tibia, pelvis, or talocrural bones is a severe bone fracture in one of these major weight-bearing bones that either fails to heal properly or involves intricate breaks that complicate the healing process. Such fractures may require advanced medical intervention due to issues like poor alignment, infection, or inadequate healing response.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RpiyvcnyPAZ5hygNt0zO3j

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