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

Case contributed by Mohammad Taghi Niknejad
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Trauma.

Patient Data

Age: 55 years
Gender: Male

The fracture line transverses the base of the 5th metatarsal bone, reaching the articular surface. Adjacent soft tissue edema is observed.

Case Discussion

Avulsion fractures of the 5th metatarsal styloid should be differentiated from other fractures at the base of the 5th metatarsal because these fractures can be treated conservatively and heal well.

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