When wires, pins, screws, etc., are placed through or within the fracture site in order to stabilize the fracture, this is called:

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Internal fixation refers to the method of physically reconnecting bones through the use of hardware such as wires, pins, screws, and plates. This hardware is placed on or within the fracture site to stabilize the bones and allow them to heal properly.

When Wires, Pins, Screws, Etc