Radial styloid avulsion fracture

Case contributed by Henry Knipe
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Fall onto outstretched hand. Tender snuffbox.

Patient Data

Age: 80 years
x-ray

Non-displaced avulsion fracture of the radial styloid. No other fracture identified. No dislocation.

Case Discussion

Radial styloid avulsion fractures can appear similar to chauffeur fractures, although they have a different mechanism of action.

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