Presentation
Thumb trauma.
Patient Data
Age: 10 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
First metacarpal fracture
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Fracture line through the thumb metacarpal proximal meta-diaphysis associated with surrounding bone marrow edema/bruise is seen.
Case Discussion
Fractures of the thumb are important due to the huge impact the thumb has on the overall function of the hand, an understanding of the types of fractures that occur is important, as treatment varies with fracture type.
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