Extensor carpi radialis longus avulsion fracture

Case contributed by Yi-Jin Kuok
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Punch injury - tender over 2nd/3rd metacarpal and distal radius.

Patient Data

Age: 20
Gender: Male

Avulsed fragment from the base of the 2nd metatarsal

Cross sectional imaging allows for understanding the position of the large avulsed fracture fragment

Case Discussion

Extensor carpi radialis longus avulsion injuries are very rare. 

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