Short 5th metacarpal

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

No abnormality other than hand deformity.

Patient Data

Age: 16 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

Short 5th metacarpal, no acute abnormality.

Case Discussion

Shortening of the 5th metacarpal may be seen in a number of seemingly unrelated conditions.

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