Compound fractures are considered serious because the bone is exposed to airbornecontaminants and bacteria leading to a high risk of developing infection at the fracture site.
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He said that the council had also considered claims from Collins Solicitors "that indoor air testing conducted on their behalf shows levels of airbornecontaminants in four homes".
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