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Right 5th digit pain and swelling after a fall while playing.
Patient Data
Age: 15 years
Gender: Male
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Proximal phalanx fracture
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There is an oblique fracture of the proximal phalanx of the right fifth finger with associated soft tissue swelling.
Bone density appears normal for age.
Case Discussion
This represents a case of a proximal phalanx fracture. The patient was given a splint and an orthopaedic follow-up in 6 weeks. After the follow-up, he was advised to engage in finger range of motion as tolerated.
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