Presentation
Fall 'pushing shopping trolley'. ?fracture
Patient Data
Age: 25 years
From the case:
5th proximal phalanx fracture
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Likely minimally displaced intra-articular fracture of the 5th proximal phalanx base and proximal metaphysis.
Case Discussion
Fractures should be described according to the bone(s) involved, the location within the bone, if intra-articular or displaced, and if fragmented/comminuted. Some fractures will have eponymous names, such as a fracture of the 5th metacarpal neck: a Boxers fracture. Whilst many clinicians will use such names in referrals and requests, the radiology report should ideally include a description of the fracture to avoid miscommunication.
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