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What would likely be the treatment for a mildly displaced oblique fracture of the proximal right 4th metacarpal, with likely extension to the surface ?

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Dr. Mark Weston answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Cast immobilization: 4-6weeks in a cast with follow up xrays

Answered 9/28/2016

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