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Open reduction internal fixation of proximal humerus fractures
Marschall B Berkes1, Milton T M Little, Dean G Lorich
1Hospital for Special Surgery, 535 East 70th Street, New York, NY, 10021, USA, berkesm@hss.edu.
Abstract:
The treatment of proximal humerus fractures continues to evolve. While the many of these injuries can be managed nonoperatively, a certain percentage require operative treatment. Open reduction internal fixation can offer excellent outcomes when performed in the appropriate patient and utilizing proper techniques. This article reviews the most up-to-date literature regarding all phases of proximal humerus fracture osteosynthesis, including diagnosis, imaging, anatomic considerations, surgical indications, fixation, and surgical outcomes.
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