A 26-year-old male, who is a state level footballer, came to ER after punching a wall on argument with his girlfriend. He complains of (c/o) swollen right hand. No hallucinations, delusions or suicidal ideas. PMH Depression Physical examination Vital signs stable (VSS). Extremities: edema over the dorsum of the right hand with tenderness over the 5th metacarpal, the extremity pulses are equal and symmetric.
X-ray of right hand is attached. How severe is his fracture? What is the management? When will he be able to back to the football field? *This case is from Docplexus Editorial Team for educative purpose only.
