Presentation
Hand pain and deformity post fisticuffs
Patient Data
Age: 40 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Boxer fracture
{"current_user":null,"step_through_annotations":true,"access":{"can_edit":false,"can_download":true,"can_toggle_annotations":true,"can_feature":false,"can_examine_pipeline_reports":false,"can_pin":false},"extraPropsURL":"/studies/59360/annotated_viewer_json?lang=us"}
Fracture of the neck of the 5th metacarpal with palmar with radial angulation.
Case Discussion
Fractures of the neck of the 5th metacarpal are a result of axial loading to the bone. Often seen in the context of punching injuries, 95% of those experiencing this trauma are young adult males.
Unable to process the form. Check for errors and try again.