Presentation
The patient accidentally twisted his right hand forcefully while using a drill machine 4 days ago. On examination: tenderness, dorsum of the right hand more on the 4th metacarpal area, no open wound.
Patient Data
Age: 50 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Metacarpal spiral fracture
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- A spiral fracture is seen at the 4th metacarpal bone.
- Soft tissue shadows appear mildly swollen.
Case Discussion
The patient is a gypsum installer, he was not wearing safety gloves when the accident happened.