Presentation
Swollen hand after punching a wall. Tenderness over the ulnar side of the hand.
Patient Data
Age: 40 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Boxer fracture
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Radiographs revealed a 5th metacarpal neck fracture with volar angulation, which is commonly referred to as a boxer fracture.
Case Discussion
Boxer fractures are usually the result of axial loading of the metacarpal head, which oftentimes is caused by punching a hard surface.