The Foot That Wouldn't Heal - Page #3
 

Lab Studies:
None

Other Studies:
Initial x-rays of the right foot showed an avulsion fracture of the fifth metatarsal with 3.5 mm of diastasis.
Serial x-rays of the right foot showed no callus formation and persistence of diastasis of the fracture.
CT of the right foot showed sclerotic borders of the fifth metatarsal fracture consistent with non-union. Case Photo #9
Post-operative x-rays of the foot showed hardware crossing the fracture with good alignment.

Consultations:
Foot and ankle orthopedics

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