Acta bio-medica : Atenei Parmensis
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Fifth metacarpal neck fractures (commonly named "boxer's fractures") are the most common metacarpal injuries and usually affect young active people. These lesions are mainly treated conservatively. Their surgical management, if indicated, is still a matter of debate. Different procedures have been described. The aim of this study was to evaluate the outcomes of 18 boxer's fractures which were synthesized with antegrade locked flexible intramedullary nailing. ⋯ According to the positive outcomes and the low rate of complications of this study, antegrade locked flexible intramedullary nailing can be considered a valid treatment option in boxer's fractures.