Distal phalanx fracture

Case contributed by Bahman Rasuli
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Right-hand trauma.

Patient Data

Age: 40 years
Gender: Male
x-ray

A minimally displaced fracture is present at the mid diaphysis of the little finger distal phalanx.

No other bony injury is noted.

Case Discussion

Distal phalanx fractures are amongst the most common fractures in the hand.

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