Fracture proximal phalanx of 5th toe

Case contributed by Mostafa Elfeky
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Right foot trauma.

Patient Data

Age: 50 years
Gender: Male

Right foot

x-ray

Spiral fracture of the shaft of proximal phalanx of the 5th toe. No intra-articular extension.

Case Discussion

Phalanx fractures often result from direct trauma to the toes. 

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