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Revision as of 02:11, 18 September 2019
Types
- Non-thumb metacarpal fracture (head)
- Non-thumb metacarpal fracture (neck)
- Non-thumb metacarpal fracture (shaft)
- Non-thumb metacarpal fracture (base)
- Boxer's fracture
Differential Diagnosis
Hand and Finger Fracture Types
Treatment
Metacarpal Fracture (Post-Reduction) Goals
| Finger | Shaft Angulation (degrees) | Shaft Shortening (mm) | Neck Angulation (degrees) | Rotational Deformity |
| Index & Long Finger | 10-20 | 2-5 | 10-15 | None |
| Ring Finger | 30 | 2-5 | 30-40 | None |
| Little Finger | 40 | 2-5 | 50-60 | None |