bennett's fracture Flashcards
1
Q
what is it?
A
fracture of the 1st metacarpal base
2
Q
what causes it?
A
hyperabduction of the thumb, caused by axial force applied to the thumb in flexion
what is it?
fracture of the 1st metacarpal base
what causes it?
hyperabduction of the thumb, caused by axial force applied to the thumb in flexion