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Fractures of the femur, the long bone in the upper leg, are a widespread injury in humans and are prevalent among elderly individuals.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2024

Fractures in the navicular bone are considered to be a serious injury, often requiring surgery and lengthy recovery periods.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2022

Fractures appeared within the leadership of the Framework, with some members unwilling to take part and calling for restraint.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 1, 2022

Fractures had been discovered on Sunday, a South Korean firm involved in its construction said.

From BBC • Jul. 26, 2018

For Managing Fractures and Dislocations; for administering Ether and Chloroform; and for using other Surgical Apparatus.

From A Statistical Inquiry Into the Nature and Treatment of Epilepsy by Bennett, Alexander Hughes