Presentation
Swollen hand at 2 am in the morning.
Patient Data
Age: 25 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
5th carpometacarpal joint dislocation
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Right 5th carpometacarpal joint dislocation. There is a minimally displaced oblique fracture through the base of the third metacarpal. No further fractures or dislocations are identified.
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The right 5th carpometacarpal joint has been reduced and alignment is anatomical. Fracture at the base of the third metacarpal is unchanged in alignment.
Case Discussion
Typical findings in the case of an uncommon carpometacarpal dislocation.
This case also demonstrates a base of 3rd metacarpal fracture, which is a commonly associated injury.
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