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Scaphoid fracture
Introduction
A Scaphoid fracture (a fracture of the scaphoid bone) is the most common type of wrist fracture.[1] Scaphoid fractures usually cause pain at the base of the thumb accompanied by swelling in the same area. Treatment depends on the location of the fracture.
References
References
- ↑ “eMedicine – Wrist, Scaphoid Fractures and Complications : Article by Carol A Boles”. Retrieved 2007-07-11.