Presentation
Pain at 5th metatarsal base following a twisting injury.
Patient Data
Age: 10 years
From the case:
Base of 5th metatarsal fracture and apophysis
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Fracture and apophysis of the base of 5th metatarsal.
From the case:
Base of 5th metatarsal fracture and apophysis
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Base of 5th fracture and apophysis.
Case Discussion
This case illustrates the difference in the appearance of an avulsion fracture and an apophysis at the base of the 5th metatarsal, as both are present simultaneously in this 10 year old patient. The avulsion fracture line is oriented horizontally or transversely across the base of the metetarsal whilst the lucent cartilage line of the normal apophysis is always oriented longitudinally.