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In forceful inversion of foot, fracture of the tuberosity of 5th metatarsal is due to pull exeed by which tendon

A
Peroneus longus
B
Peroneus brevius
C
Peroneus teius
D
Extensor digitorum
High-Yield Explanation
PERONEUS BREVIS:- Origin-lateral surface of shaft of fibula. Inseion-lateral side of base of 5th metatarsal. Nerve supply-superficial peroneal nerve. Action- eveor of foot. Fracture of tuberosity of 5 th metatarsal bone occurs due to pull of Peroneus brevis muscle.Fracture of 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 5th metatarsal bones is common in soldiers and policemen- march fracture. {Reference: BDC 6E pg no.36}

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