Presentation
Non-traumatic origin of pain on dorsal aspect of wrist - Few wks. On examination - local swelling/bulge/bump. Referred for local ultrasound to diagnose/rule out ganglion.
Patient Data
Age: 30
Gender: Male
From the case:
Carpal boss
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Bony protuberance was noted at site of swelling pointed by patient. It was articulating with base of 3rd metacarpus and adjacent proximal carpus.
No ganglion cyst was seen.
Case Discussion
Findings suggest carpal boss due to ossicle.