Transverse Proximal Diaphysial Fracture of the Fifth Metatarsal: a Review of 12 Cases.

Publication/Presentation Date

11-1-1992

Abstract

A review of 12 cases of transverse proximal diaphysial fractures 3.0 cm distal from the fifth metatarsal tuberosity with a 2-year follow-up is presented. Six cases treated with percutaneous pinning, cast, and partial weightbearing with crutches and six cases treated with cast, partial weightbearing, and crutches are analyzed by classification, age, and average time to union. The healing times were the same in both groups.

Volume

13

Issue

9

First Page

547

Last Page

549

ISSN

0198-0211

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences | Orthopedics | Other Medical Specialties | Surgery

PubMedID

1478587

Department(s)

Department of Surgery

Document Type

Article

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