Avulsion fracture of the 3th metatarsal head

Case contributed by Bahman Rasuli
Diagnosis probable

Presentation

Soccer player with trauma two weeks ago.

Patient Data

Age: 15 years
Gender: Female

Bony fragment of the 3th metatarsal head can be seen without major dislocation or subluxation.

Case Discussion

Avulsion fractures of the metatarsal are frequent sport injuries.

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