Presentation
A heavy object fell on the patient's right foot.
Patient Data
Age: 31
Gender: Male
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There is an oblique fracture line along the medial cuneiform bone. Remainder bone structures are unremarkable.
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There is an oblique fracture line along the medial cuneiform bone (orange arrows).
Case Discussion
This case shows a midfoot isolated fracture: a medial cuneiform bone fracture. This is an uncommon fracture and, in this instance, was a direct result of a heavy object falling over and injuring this bone.
Please refer to the article on foot radiograph approach article for a quick review of how to read this type of exam.
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