Metatarsal fractures - 4th and 5th

Case contributed by Bahman Rasuli
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Trauma.

Patient Data

Age: 8 years
Gender: Female

Fractures through the diaphyses of the right fourth and fifth metatarsals are observed.

Case Discussion

A recent patient case referred to us with a history of trauma over the dorsal aspect of the right foot. The x-ray revealed the typical appearance of fractures involving the 4th and 5th metatarsals' shafts.

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