title: Three-wire fixation technique for displaced fifth metatarsal base fractures.
abstract: Fractures of the tuberosity of the fifth metatarsal are the most common type of fifth metatarsal fractures. This particular fracture usually produces low morbidity and low rates of nonunion when treated nonoperatively. However, on occasion, significant displacement, comminution, or significant intra-articular involvement may warrant operative intervention. Multiple techniques have been described for the operative care of this fracture. We present a somewhat simplified fixation method for displaced fifth metatarsal fractures in a small set of patients who were all followed up to final healing of the fracture.
authors: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, University of Florida, Jacksonville, FL, USA. James.Thomas@jax.ufl.edu
authors: James L
authors: JL
authors: Thomas
authors: Barry C
authors: BC
authors: Davis
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001864:Bone Wires; D015331:Cohort Studies; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods; D017102:Fracture Healing / Q000502:physiology; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D008682:Metatarsal Bones / Q000293:injuries*; D008683:Metatarsophalangeal Joint / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography; D020127:Recovery of Function; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D018570:Risk Assessment; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D055815:Young Adult