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

Base of 5th metatarsal stress fracture

Case contributed by Andrew Dixon
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Sudden worsening of lateral foot pain.

Patient Data

Age: 20
Gender: Male

Transverse fracture through the proximal shaft of the 5th metatarsal which is slightly distal to the typical site for a Jones fracture with evidence of focal cortical thickening around the site of fracture. The appearance and location are that of a stress fracture. 

Case Discussion

Stress fracture of the 5th metatarsal. Note how the fracture is slightly distal to the typical site for a Jones fracture and how there is focal cortical thickening indicating pre-existing stress reaction. 

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.