Partial shear fracture of the proximal phalanx of the great toe

Case contributed by Mohammad A. ElBeialy
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Tripped over and fell outdoors, twisting his right foot. The patient reports anterior medial foot pain and swelling.

Patient Data

Age: 29 years
Gender: Male

Partial shear fracture of the medial aspect of the base of the proximal phalanx of the right big toe with intra-articular extension.

Tomography of the right foot shows partial shear fracture of the medial aspect of the base of the proximal phalanx of the right big toe and confirmed intra-articular extension.

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