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SUMMARY
In this unit we have attempted to give you an overview of some of the principles influencing
modern fracture management. The treatment of individual fractures is a subject for discussion
elsewhere.
Fractures in different people may look identical, but there are many other factors to consider when
deciding which treatment methods to use. A balanced decision must be made after considering
the type of fracture, the circumstances of the injury, the injured person's age, health and
circumstances and the resources at the disposal of the orthopaedic management team. Injured
people suffering an apparently similar fracture may be treated quite differently.
