Distal phalanx fracture

Case contributed by Mohammad Osama Hussein Yonso
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

History of injury to right index finger by metal at the workplace, today. On examination: wound, tenders on right index finger distal phalanx.

Patient Data

Age: 35 years
Gender: Male
x-ray
  • distal phalanx fracture is seen with mild displacement
  • soft tissue shadows appear mildly swollen

Case Discussion

This patient has got an injury during the work, he was not using the personal protection equipment.

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