This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery
March fracture is fracture of: September 2007 
Select and explain. 
A. Calcaneus, B. 2nd metatarsal, C. Distal fibula, D. Proximal tibia
B: 2nd metatarsal
Answer: B: 2nd metatarsal 
Explanation: Ans. B: 2nd metatarsal A stress fracture of the 2nd or 3rd metatarsal bone is sometimes called a 'march fracture' because soldiers running in boots often get it. The fracture heals spontaneously, so treatment is purely symptomatic.