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Displaced 5th metatarsal neck on both feet, dr didn't perform surgery waiting for 6 weeks and if still displaced will perform, is this normal?
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Not really...: It's a bit of a variance on that call. There is always a risk of doing surgery; however, with a displaced 5th metatarsal neck, there is more of a risk of not fixating it initially because of the location of the fracture as well as the immobilization. Unless there's some contraindication for the patient to undergo surgery because of another medical condition, i don't understand why it wasn't done.
Answered 4/30/2014
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No: If displaced the best is 2 be aggressive and fix early. It will not change and suddenly become none displaced. Especially so with both feet involved. 2nd opinion?
Answered 12/15/2013
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Fix it: If the fracture is displaced, it will likely need to be put back in proper alignment by surgery.
Answered 12/15/2013
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Fracture: As stated , this will not suddenly relocate. Surgery to relocate the fracture is the best option.
Answered 12/15/2013
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