Boxer fracture

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Pain in hand after an altercation.

Patient Data

Age: Adult
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

Typical appearance and presentation of a Boxer fracture

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