Presentation
Trauma to forearm
Patient Data
Age: 30
Gender: Male
From the case:
Nightstick fracture
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There is a transverse fracture through the mid-diaphysis of the ulna with 2mm of lateral offset but no significant angulation.
Case Discussion
Typical nightstick fracture, which tends to occur from a direct impact to the forearm as one attempts to block a blow to the head.