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What is meant by extra articular referring to an ankle fracture?
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"outside": It means the fracture does not enter or include the joint (which means it is much less complicated than it could be, and more likely to heal without significant arthritis / pain). Still needs orthopedic care, though. Good luck!
Answered 4/9/2016
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Outside the joint: Meaning not in the surface of the joint that articulates bone to bone.
Answered 4/9/2016
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