A boxer fracture is a minimally comminuted transverse fracture of the 5th metacarpal. It typically occurs, as the name suggests, during punching, and is a common sight in emergency departments on a Friday night.
Direct blow with clenched fist against solid surface e.g. wall, face.
Transverse fracture of the metacarpal neck, with volar angulation of the distal fragment.
Although it can be treated conservatively, it is relatively unstable, and K-wire fixation is often required for better cosmetic results.
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