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Background
- Occurs via direct blow to thumb or dorsiflexion and radial deviation force
- Major complication is nonunion
Clinical Features
- Painful thumb movement
- Weak pinch
- TTP at apex of anatomic snuffbox, base of thenar eminence
Differential Diagnosis
Evaluation
- Hand x-ray (best seen on 20-degree pronated oblique view)
Management
Disposition
See Also
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