Foreign body in thumb
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Diagnosis certain
Presentation
Penetrating injury to the thumb by a needle.
Patient Data
Age: 30 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Foreign body in thumb
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A metallic density focus is noted in the soft tissue of the thumb finger.
No fracture/dislocation is noted.
Case Discussion
Findings of a metallic foreign body(needle) in the soft tissue of the thumb finger without bony abnormality.