Metacarpal fracture

Case contributed by Mohammad Taghi Niknejad
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Trauma

Patient Data

Age: 50 years
Gender: Male
x-ray

Fracture is present at the proximal portion of 2nd metacarpal bone. The fracture is almost impossible to see on the AP view. The oblique view gives the best view of the fracture.

Case Discussion

This case highlights the importance of using two views in patients with trauma. 

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