Boxer fracture

Case contributed by Bahman Rasuli
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Right-hand trauma 3 months ago.

Patient Data

Age: 35 years
Gender: Male
x-ray

A fracture through the neck of the fifth metacarpal is present without the involvement of the joint (Boxer fracture). 

Case Discussion

This case illustrates the typical appearance of a boxer fracture.

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