Metatarsal fractures

Case contributed by Bahman Rasuli
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Left forefoot trauma.

Patient Data

Age: 60 years
Gender: Male

Left foot

x-ray

Oblique fractures through the diaphysis of the second, third and fourth metatarsals shaft with minimal displacement of the 2nd and 3rd metatarsals are seen. 

The remainder bones are unremarkable, with normal alignment and no signs of fractures.

Os cuboid also is noted.

Case Discussion

The recent patient case referred to us with the history of heavy objects falls over the dorsal aspect of the left foot. X-ray revealed the typical appearance of fractures involving the 2nd to 4th metatarsals shaft.

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