Reasonable Rascal
07-17-02, 00:36
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BACKGROUND
A middle-aged man presents to the emergency department after hearing a pop while playing basketball. What classic sign is present? Name the injury and explain its management.
Hint
Look where the finger is pointing. Patients with this injury may delay seeking medical care because their initial symptoms may be limited to weakness that occurs with a push-off movement. Pain, edema, and ecchymosis may follow.
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BACKGROUND
A middle-aged man presents to the emergency department after hearing a pop while playing basketball. What classic sign is present? Name the injury and explain its management.
Hint
Look where the finger is pointing. Patients with this injury may delay seeking medical care because their initial symptoms may be limited to weakness that occurs with a push-off movement. Pain, edema, and ecchymosis may follow.
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Answer will follow in a few days.
RR