Jan 2, 2025 · Metacarpal Fractures are the most common hand injury and are divided into fractures of the head, neck, or shaft. Diagnosis is made by orthogonal radiographs the hand. …

Metacarpal Neck Fractures - Etiology, pathophysiology, symptoms, signs, diagnosis & prognosis from the Merck Manuals - Medical Professional Version.

Dec 11, 2024 · The presentation, diagnosis, and management of metacarpal neck fractures is reviewed here. A general overview of metacarpal fractures and the management of other …

Fracturing the neck of the metacarpal that connects to your pinkie finger (your fifth metacarpal) is sometimes referred to as a boxer’s fracture. It’s the most common metacarpal fracture, making …

Aug 4, 2023 · These neck fractures often result from a combination of axial load with a slight flexion moment, which causes the neck to fracture and displace volarly. Similarly, intraarticular …

Metacarpal fractures usually occur after a fistfight, car accident, or fall. At times, a crush mechanism is responsible. Findings include pain (most intense over fracture site), edema, a …

Metacarpal fractures are a common injury in older children and adolescents, particularly the little and ring fingers. They usually occur due to a blunt force applied to a clenched fist such as …

Jun 17, 2025 · The weakest point of the metacarpal is located at the distal metaphysis, so metacarpal fractures frequently involve the neck (1) [C]. The mechanism of injury is usually an …

Aug 25, 2025 · Metacarpal fractures are common accounting for 10% of all fractures and 40% of all hand fractures. The most common metacarpal fracture is fracture of the neck of the fifth …

Mar 1, 2024 · Metacarpal fractures are relatively common, accounting for 18–44% of all hand fractures. Fractures in the fifth ray are the most frequent, constituting 20% of metacarpal …