Presentation
Punching injury to the right hand, tenderness at the fifth metacarpal bone.
Patient Data
Age: 15 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Boxer fracture
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A fracture through the neck of the 5th metacarpal bone is noted with mild palmar angulation, consistent with boxer fracture.
Case Discussion
Typical appearance of a boxer fracture.