Scaphoid fracture

Case contributed by Henry Knipe
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

FOOSH.

Patient Data

Age: 16 years
Gender: Male
x-ray

Undisplaced fracture through the distal third of the scaphoid with a sclerotic line visible. 

x-ray

Further views more clearly delineate the fracture. Associated radiocarpal swelling. Alignment within normal limits.

Case Discussion

Scaphoid fractures are one of the most common wrist fractures

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