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Buck's extension

Buck's extension noun: a form of traction for fractures of the femur, involving a weight and pulley.

Noun

Buck's extension (plural Buck's extensions)

  1. A form of traction for fractures of the femur, involving a weight and pulley.

Forms of Buck's extension

pluralBuck's extensions

Origin of Buck's extension

Named after Gurdon Buck (1807–1877), pioneering military surgeon.

Questions about Buck's extension

What does Buck's extension mean?
Buck's extension means a form of traction for fractures of the femur, involving a weight and pulley.
What part of speech is Buck's extension?
Buck's extension is a noun.
What is the plural of Buck's extension?
The plural of Buck's extension is Buck's extensions.

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