Scaphoid fracture with ipsilateral fracture dislocation of the metacarpals: a rare fracture pattern.
Scaphoid fracture with ipsilateral metacarpal fracture dislocation is very rare. A unique case of this injury is reported. It is important to be aware of this fracture pattern so that appropriate evaluation and treatment can be instituted. Thorough clinical and radiographic examination at the initial presentation of the patient is the key to identify uncommon combination of injuries.
Department of Trauma, The University Hospital Birmingham NHS Trust, United Kingdom. shakirsyed@doctors.org.uk
Shakir
S
Syed
Munawar
M
Shah
D000328:Adult; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000209:etiology*; D008297:Male; D050279:Metacarpal Bones / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D008663:Metacarpus; D011859:Radiography; D021361:Scaphoid Bone / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery