Isolated capitate fracture

Case contributed by Krzysztof Nocoń
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Bicycle accident five weeks before the study. Persistent pain of the right wrist with inability to grip.

Patient Data

Age: 45 years
Gender: Female
mri

Undisplaced oblique fracture of capitate with extension towards articulation with the base of third metacarpal bone.

No additional traumatic changes.

Case Discussion

The patient was previously treated because of the fracture of left humerus caused by the same cycling accident.

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