IMPORTANT: We currently have a number of bugs related to image cropping and are actively trying to resolve them. In the meantime, we have disabled cropping. Apologies for any inconvenience. Stay informed: radiopaedia.org/chat

5th metatarsal fracture

Case contributed by Jeremy Jones
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Trauma.

x-ray

Oblique fracture of the distal 5th metatarsal diaphysis with some periosteal reaction and early callus formation.

Case Discussion

A classic footballer's injury: inversion resulting in a base of 5th metatarsal fracture.

How to use cases

You can use Radiopaedia cases in a variety of ways to help you learn and teach.

Creating your own cases is easy.

Updating… Please wait.

 Unable to process the form. Check for errors and try again.

 Thank you for updating your details.