Presentation
Pain and swelling of the right thumb after a weight fell on it. On examination: right thumb distal phalanx swelling and tenderness, nail bed haematoma, pain on movements.
Patient Data
Age: 40 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Distal phalanx fracture


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- x-ray shows comminuted fracture at the distal phalanx of the right thumb, with suspected intra-articular extension
- mild soft tissue swelling
Case Discussion
This patient has got an injury during the work, he was not using the personal protection equipment.