Presentation
Known ABC of the right third metacarpal, previously operated with local recurrence. Sport injury.
Patient Data
Age: 13 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Pathological fracture due to aneurysmal bone cyst
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About 30 mm expansile lytic area in the third metacarpal with cortical thinning and narrow zone of transition. Pathological, minimally displaced transverse fracture novel compared to prior radiograph.
Case Discussion
Pathological metacarpal fracture sustained after inadequate trauma due to persistent aneurysmal bone cyst.