Presentation
Left index pain and swelling after fall down.
Patient Data
Age: 10 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Fracture neck of proximal phalanx of 2nd finger
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There is minimally displaced fracture at the neck of proximal phalanx of left 2nd finger.
Tiny cortical fracture seen at the base of metacarpal bone of left 2nd finger.
The joint spaces are within normal limits.
Case Discussion
Phalanx fractures are common hand injuries that involve the proximal, middle or distal phalanx. Diagnosis can be confirmed with orthogonal radiographs of the involved digit. Treatment involves immobilization or surgical fixation depending on location, severity and alignment of injury.
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