Avulsion fracture of the 5th metatarsal styloid - pseudo-Jones fracture

Case contributed by Mohammad Osama Hussein Yonso
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Pain and swelling in the right foot following twisting of the ankle in the bathroom. On examination, there is swelling, warmth, and tenderness over the base of the dorsal side of the right foot.

Patient Data

Age: 25 years
Gender: Male

Nondisplaced fracture at the right 5th metatarsal styloid reaching the articular surface.

Case Discussion

Avulsion fractures of the 5th metatarsal styloid should be differentiated from other types of fractures that occur at the base of the 5th metatarsal.

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