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Metacarpal Fracture

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Metacarpal Fracture, MCP Fracture

  • See Also
  1. Phalanx Fracture
  2. Boxer's Fracture
  3. Bennett's Fracture
  4. Rolando fracture
  • Types
  • Specific
  1. Distal fifth (or fourth) Metacarpal
    1. Boxer's Fracture
  2. Proximal First Metacarpal (thumb)
    1. Bennett's Fracture
    2. Rolando fracture
  • Signs
  1. Dorsal angulation of the distal Fracture fragment (secondary to interosseus Muscles)
  • Management
  • Conservative Management
  1. Indications
    1. Fracture well aligned and opposed
  2. Immobilize for 4 weeks
    1. Short Arm plaster cast or Splint
    2. Aluminum splint extending under finger
  3. Outcomes
    1. Accept slight shortening of the Metacarpal