Palmar (displaced) fracture of the proximal index metacarpal.

Lang, C J; Ogden, J A · J Orthop Trauma · 1999

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

A patient sustained a fracture of the ulnar side of the proximal end of the second metacarpal. The fragment was completely displaced into the palmar soft tissues. Open reduction was necessary.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy