Osteochondral fracture of the fourth metatarsal head treated by open reduction and internal fixation

J Foot Ankle Surg. 2007 Jul-Aug;46(4):320-2. doi: 10.1053/j.jfas.2007.02.003.

Abstract

Fracture of the metatarsal head is uncommon, and reports of isolated osteochondral fracture of the metatarsal head are rare. Because of the distal location of the fracture, it is difficult to achieve and maintain reduction, and potential complications include avascular necrosis and subchondral fatigue fracture. The authors present a case of an osteochondral fracture in a 40-year-old man, which was treated by open reduction and internal fixation with a single twist-off screw, with good results 12 months postoperatively.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cartilage / injuries
  • Cartilage / surgery
  • Fracture Fixation, Internal / methods*
  • Fractures, Bone / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Metatarsal Bones / injuries
  • Metatarsal Bones / surgery*
  • Time Factors
  • Treatment Outcome