Boxer's metacarpal fracture - PA

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Boxer's metacarpal fracture - PA

  • The so-called 'boxer's fracture' is usually the result of a punch injury
  • This image shows an obvious fracture of the ring finger metacarpal bone
  • A fracture of the little finger metacarpal is less obvious

Boxer's metacarpal fracture - Oblique

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Boxer's metacarpal fracture - Oblique

  • This oblique view shows both fractures more clearly
  • All views available should be inspected carefully

Page author: Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust UK (Read bio)

Last reviewed: November 2018