 The fifth metatarsal was placed in the appropriate position and stabilized with a guide pin, which was then countersunk and a 3-0 x 40 mm cannulated cortical screw was placed over the guide pin and secured into position. 
The fifth metatarsal was placed in the appropriate position and stabilized with a guide pin , which was then countersunk and a 3 - 0 x 40 mm cannulated cortical screw was placed over the guide pin and secured into position .