The patient is 6 weeks post-ORIF of his ankle when he comes to the orthopedic clinic for a follow-up appointment. The physician informs the patient that the bones in his ankle have not grown back together. What type of complication is this considered?

The patient is 6 weeks post-ORIF of his ankle when he comes to the orthopedic clinic for a follow-up appointment. The physician informs the patient that the bones in his ankle have not grown back together. What type of complication is this considered?



A) Late complication

B) Early complication

C) Minor complication

D) Major complication



Answer: LATE COMPLICATION


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