Assessment and Management of Distal Metacarpal Fractures

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Surgery 101
Assessment and Management of Distal Metacarpal Fractures

By the end of this podcast, you should be able to:

  • Identify key features on history and physical examination suggestive of metacarpal fractures;
  • Create a differential diagnosis for metacarpal fractures;
  • Understand the initial management for a patient with a metacarpal fracture;
  • Be aware of surgical and non-surgical options for the treatment of metacarpal fractures;
  • Identify potential complications of metacarpal fractures
  • Be aware of the long-term functional outcomes of metacarpal fractures.