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Tibia (Shinbone) Shaft Fractures - References

Written by - Dr. Reeja Tharu, M.Phil.,Ph.D

Medically Reviewed by - Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD

Last Updated on Oct 14, 2014

References:

Tibial Shaft Fractures Treatment & Management - (http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1249984-treatment#a25)
Overview of Tibia Fractures - (http://orthopedics.about.com/od/brokenbones/a/tibia_2.htm)

Author: Dr. Reeja Tharu

Editor: Dr. Simi Paknikar

Technically Checked by: Priyatharshini

Published on Oct 14, 2014
Last Updated on Oct 14, 2014

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