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Right hand swelling due to a small injur
There was a small accident and my right hand has a swelling. Once xray was done doctor is asking us to make a surgery and he diagnosed it is 5th metacarpal neck angulation. I'll send the photo also I want to know more about its surgery requirements
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Yes there is fracture of neck of 5th metacarpal bone
Surgery is indicated if there is angulation and visible deformity even after closed reduction and cock up slab application
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If the reduction is not proper and deformity still present then can go for surgery
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If angulation is mild and the finger alignment is good, it can usually be treated with a splint or cast for 4 weeks.
Surgery is considered only if the angulation is severe and there is rotational deformity or the fracture is unstable.
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