Percutaneous Fixation of a Fifth Metatarsal Base Fracture.

Lindsey, Benjamin B; Bakshi, Neil K; Holmes, James R; Talusan, Paul G; Walton, David M; Hearty, Thomas M · J Orthop Trauma · 2021

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Owing to a vascular watershed, zone II and III fifth metatarsal base fractures commonly progress to nonunion without operative intervention. This article and the accompanying video demonstrate the use of intramedullary screw fixation for a fifth metatarsal base fracture and review treatment decisions involved with management of these injuries.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy