How is a comminuted fracture diagnosed?

Diana Meeks on behalf of Sigma Nursing

Family Practitioner

A comminuted fracture is usually diagnosed through an x-ray, which can help the doctor locate the specific location of the breaks. The x-ray will also allow the doctor to examine the severity of the injury and make the proper plans for treatment. A CT scan or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may also be used to view the injury more closely.

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Broken Bones

Bones break and fracture in many different ways. Symptoms could be slight or severe, ranging from swelling, bruising and pain to difficulty in using after an injury. To diagnose a break or fracture it may be necessary for your physician to obtain x-rays and occasionally a CT scan or MRI.

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