Presentation
Recent twisting injury of the left foot
Patient Data
Age: 10 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Metatarsal base fracture
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Transverse radiolucent non-displaced fracture line is seen at the base of left fifth metatarsal bone, not involving the articular surface.
Case Discussion
Avulsion fracture of the the fifth metatarsal styloid represents the commonest fracture at fifth metatarsal base.