External callus

Definition

An external callus is a temporary bony structure that forms around the outside of a bone fracture during the healing process. It stabilizes the fracture like a natural splint, allowing new bone tissue to grow and eventually replace it.

Related terms

Fracture: A break in bone tissue, which can range from a thin crack to a complete break.

Osteoblasts: Cells responsible for new bone formation, playing a key role in bone repair and growth.

Bone Remodeling: The ongoing replacement of old bone tissue by new bone tissue, crucial for maintaining bone strength and integrity