Presentation
Wrist was hit by a ball during play on the previous day.
Patient Data
Age: 35 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Isolated trapezoid fracture
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Info
A longitudinal transparent line is clearly visible through the trapezoid bone indicating a trapezoid fracture without dislocation.
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Four-view wrist X-ray is a first line imaging tool in the suspicion of carpal bone injury.
Case Discussion
Fractures of the trapezoid are one of the most uncommon among the carpal bones (less than 1%).
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