Radial styloid process fracture (pediatric)

Case contributed by Bálint Botz
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Fell while playing sport. Pain around the radial aspect of the right wrist.

Patient Data

Age: 15 years

Upon closer look, a tiny breach of cortical continuity can be observed at the edge of the radial styloid process, which continues as a thin radiolucent fracture line. 

Case Discussion

Findings are in line with nondisplaced fracture of the radial styloid process. 

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