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Outcomes following arthroplasty for proximal humeral fractures
Tony Antonios1, Nik Bakti2, Akshay Phadkhe2
1Department of Trauma & Orthopaedics, King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS, UK.
Abstract:
Fractures of the proximal humerus are very common and increasing in incidence within an ageing population. The majority of undisplaced fractures can be treated conservatively. Displaced fractures in good quality bone or in the young are considered for surgical fixation. However, displaced and comminuted fractures with or without dislocation, especially in the elderly, cannot be reliably treated with fixation. These patients are generally considered for joint arthroplasty. This review article focuses on the outcome following arthroplasty for proximal humeral fractures.
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