Open fracture: characterization of the concept in the context of determining the severity of harm caused to a person’s health
This article analyzes the conceptual definition of the term "open fracture." A review of relevant scientific and forensic medical literature was conducted to clarify the essence and boundaries of this term. The study aims to promote accurate interpretation and consistent application of the definition "open fracture" in forensic medical examinations, particularly in assessing the degree of harm to human health.
Authors
- I Yu Makarov (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4682-5027)
- L A Shmarov
- A L Kochoyan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1455-1247)
- M. V. Liadova
Institutions
- Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University (RU)
- Moscow Academy of the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation (RU)
- Bashkir State Medical University (RU)
- Federal State Budgetary Institution "Center for Expertise and Quality Control of Medical Care" (RU)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Forensic Medical Expertise
- Published
- 2026-04-17
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.17116/sudmed20266902137
- Primary Topic
- Human Health and Disease
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00