Presentation
Pain in the left big toe after slipping in the bathroom. on examination: an open wound is noted in the left great toe with deformity.
Patient Data
Age: 30 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Big toe fracture
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X-ray shows intra-articular displaced fracture at the head of the proximal phalanx of the left big toe, with interphalangeal joint dislocation.
Case Discussion
Because of the first toe's role in weight-bearing, balance, and pedal motion, the patients with first-toe fracture-dislocations, displaced intra-articular fractures, and unstable displaced fractures, the referral of those is highly recommended.
The decision regarding the operative approach and method of fixation is usually based on the surgeon's experience, fracture pattern, and size of fragments.