S62: Fracture at wrist and hand level
S62.3: Fracture of other metacarpal bone
A fracture of another metacarpal bone refers to a break in one of the five metacarpal bones in the hand that are not the first metacarpal bone, which connects to the thumb. These bones, located in the middle part of the hand, link the bones of the fingers (phalanges) to the bones of the wrist. This kind of fracture often occurs as a result of trauma or injury to the hand, such as a direct blow or fall onto an outstretched hand. The symptoms commonly include pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty with moving the fingers or hand. The severity and location of the fracture can also influence the way the hand looks and functions. The fractured bone may appear deformed or out of alignment and some fractures may even pierce through the skin.
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