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All are desirable in the union of the fracture site except____________?

Correct answer: A. Formation of fibrous joint or pseudoarthrosis

  • A. Formation of fibrous joint or pseudoarthrosis
  • B. Remodeling of bone
  • C. Formation of blood clot
  • D. Formation of procallus or osseous cells

Explanation

A fibrous joint or pseudoarthrosis represents failure of bony union, whereas a clot, procallus, and subsequent remodeling are normal stages of fracture repair. Therefore, fibrous union is the undesirable finding.

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